Background—Information is limited on contemporary use and outcomes of embolic protection devices (EPDs) in saphenous vein graft interventions. Methods and Results—We formed a longitudinal cohort (200 ...

Episodes of superficial thrombophlebitis were particularly frequent and pronounced when he smoked cannabis as blunts (made from shells of cigars in which the tobacco fillers are replaced with cannabis ...

Treatment Options for Superficial Vein Reflux As described above, the underlying pathologic process behind the formation of varicose veins lies within both deep and superficial reflux.

The superficial system lies above the muscle fascia in the subcutaneous tissues. The principal veins in the superficial system are the great saphenous vein (GSV) and the small saphenous vein (SSV).

The saphenous vein has emerged as the preferred choice for CABG due to its superficial course, ease of harvesting, and length advantage. Enhancing the patency of postoperative vascular grafts, ...