About Phlebology
Phlebology is the study of veins and venous diseases and disorders. It encompasses a broad spectrum of disorders including varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, congenital venous abnormalities, venous thromboembolism and other disorders of venous origin. Diagnostic techniques used include the history and physical examination, venous imaging techniques such as duplex ultrasound, CT and MR, plethysmographic techniques and laboratory evaluation related to venous thromboembolism. Therapeutic interventions include compression, sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy, ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy, cutaneous vascular laser, endovenous laser, radiofrequency occlusion, surgical treatments, vasoactive medications and the management of venous thromboembolism.
The field of phlebology has grown tremendously in recent years, due in large part to the efforts of both the American College of Phlebology and the American College of Phlebology Foundation. Donors to the Foundation make a direct impact on the field as contributions fund many of the research, education, and communication initiatives that have helped phlebology to grow over the years.
For more information about phlebology, visit the American College of Phlebology website.