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Zhang Xue Min
Vascular Surgery
About me
From 1988 to 1995, I studied at Beijing Medical University under the guidance of Professor Yan Zhongyu and Professor Li Tong, renowned experts in general surgery. I graduated with a master's degree in clinical surgery. From August 1995 to March 2001, I worked at the First Clinical Hospital of Beijing Medical University (Peking University First Hospital) in general surgery. In 2000, I studied peripheral vascular diseases under the mentorship of Professor Wu Qinghua, Professor Wang Weiliang, and Professor Huang Dexiang, renowned vascular surgery experts. From January to April 2001, I was responsible for vascular surgery at Peking University First Hospital. In April 2001, I transferred to Peking University People's Hospital and was one of the founding members of the vascular surgery department.
Proficient in diseases
Treatment of aortic and lower extremity artery intervention and surgery.
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How to treat varicose veins stage II?
If you're referring to the second stage of varicose veins, I'm not sure if you mean the clinical manifestation stage two, or if it's a recurrence after one surgery. Let's first talk about stage two varicose veins, which means there are visible and tortuous vein clumps. There are several main treatment methods for this condition: First, conservative treatment, which involves wearing medical compression stockings. If symptoms include soreness, heaviness, or cramping, some medications can be taken orally. Then, if there is a desire for surgical treatment, options like vein stripping, radiofrequency, or laser treatments are available. Some may involve sclerotherapy or another method called venous angle keratin treatment, specifically for stage two varicose veins. If it's a recurrence of varicose veins, we need to assess the specific situation. Some people might have had previous endovenous closure surgeries, and their veins are still present. In such cases, we can choose to redo the closure or opt for surgery to remove them. Another scenario is if the varicose veins have recurred after surgery. We need to investigate the cause. Some people might have iliac vein stenosis, and in such cases, treatment targeted at the iliac vein is necessary.
What happens if varicose veins worsen?
Varicose veins, when they worsen, can lead to changes in the skin, including thickening of the skin which feels woody to the touch. Additionally, the skin may exhibit pigmentation that can be severe enough to resemble the black color of a belt. More seriously, ulcers can develop, typically near the inner ankle, though they occasionally appear in other locations. These ulcers are referred to medically as “boot ulcers” and are commonly known among the general population as “continuous sore legs.” In extreme cases, these ulcers may persist for many years without healing and could potentially become malignant.