Varicose Veins and Telangiectasias: Diagnosis and Treatment, 2nd edition  

By Mitchel P. Goldman, M.D., John J. Bergan, M.D., F.A.C.S., Hon. F.R.C.S.(Engl.), and Robert A. Weiss, M.D. Completely Revised and Updated! The best-selling first edition of this book revolutionized the treatment of varicose veins and telangiectasias. Now, new technologies and techniques have created break-throughs in the diagnosis and treatment of venous insufficiency. Varicose Veins and Telangiectasias: Diagnosis and Treatment, 2nd edition, delivers the latest information on the conditions that affect millions. This second edition was written to bring together current facts, theories and observations that guide physicians in the care of patients with varicose veins and telangiectasias. Written by a worldwide and world-renowned team of vascular surgeons, cosmetic surgeons and phlebologists, it focuses on the practical management of venous insufficiencies. Completely revised and updated from the first edition, it contains the most comprehensive coverage of the subject available today. From the anatomy of veins, to the latest technologies for diagnosis and treatment, to the management of complex cases, the authors provide a solid foundation for successful decision-making in treating varicose veins and telangiectasias. Whether your practice involves diagnosis, referral, treatment or follow-up, this book is an essential resource for attaining better outcomes. About the editors: Mitchel P. Goldman, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine (Dermatology), University of California, Los Angeles, California; Robert A. Weiss, M.D., Instructor, Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland; and John J. Bergan, M.D., F.R.C.S. (Hon.), Eng. Professor of Surgery, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California; Clinical Professor of Surgery, University of California, San Diego, California; Clinical Professor of Surgery, Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland; Professor Emeritus, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois. Contents (abridged): Physiologic Observations on Causes of Varicose Veins Anatomic Observations on Causes of Varicose Veins Classification of Venous Disease Pretreatment Testing of Patients with Varicose Veins and Telangiectatic Blemishes Compression Therapy Treatment of Varicosities of Saphenous Origin New Endovenous Interventions Treatment of Varicose Veins by Sclerotherapy Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Its Surgical Care Treatment of Varicose Veins and Vein Ulceration Pelvic and Vulvar Varices Treatment of Telangiectasias Technology of Small Vessel Sclerotherapy 1999. Hardcover, 562 pages, 250 illustrations