Clinical Diagnosis and Management of Chronic Venous Diseases
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Vascular Medicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 January 2026 | Viewed by 29
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a prevalent vascular disorder resulting from impaired venous return, leading to symptoms such as varicose veins, edema, skin changes, and venous ulcers. Although advances in diagnostic imaging and treatment have improved patient care, the underlying pathophysiology is complex and not fully elucidated. Recent research has highlighted the roles of venous valve incompetence, venous hypertension, inflammation, and microcirculatory dysfunction. Despite these advances, standardized diagnostic and therapeutic protocols remain limited, underscoring the need for further investigation.
This Special Issue seeks to address key challenges in CVI diagnosis and management. These include enhancing diagnostic accuracy, refining patient stratification, and evaluating the effectiveness of the current and emerging treatments. Additionally, gaining deeper insights into the molecular and cellular mechanisms of CVI progression will support the development of targeted therapies and improve patient outcomes.
We welcome original research, reviews, and clinical trials covering all aspects of CVI. Topics of interest include novel diagnostic tools, biomarkers, pharmacological and surgical interventions, venotonic agents, endovenous therapies, wound management, and patient quality of life. Contributions exploring disease pathophysiology, risk factors, and prevention are also encouraged. We invite researchers and clinicians from vascular medicine, surgery, dermatology, radiology, and related disciplines to contribute. By bringing together innovative research and clinical insights, this Special Issue aims to advance understanding and improve care for patients with chronic venous insufficiency.
Dr. Sigitas Urbonavičius
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- varicose veins
- chronic venous insufficiency
- pathogenesis
- operative treatment
- conservative treatment
- profilaxis
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