Hemodynamic changes after external valvuloplasty of the superficial femoral vein / 中国普通外科杂志

ABSTRACT

ObjectiveTo analyze the effect of external valvuloplasty of the superficial femoral vein for primary deep venous valvular incompetence in the lower limbs (PDVI). Methods Consecutive seventy four cases(96 limbs) of PDVI were enrolled for prospective study, and color Doppler velocity profile technology and APG were performed preoperatively, the first month, the third month and the first year postoperatively. Results Postoperative venous reflux volume, VFI and score of venous dysfunction significantly decreased ( P