I have a question about a cardiologist who wants to r/o reflux in the lower extremities for CHF. Is their any such thing for a heart patient?
I am a vascular tech and I never heard of this at all.
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Answered by Laser Vein Institute
Lower extremity edema can result from many causes including CHF and venous insufficiency/reflux. If one has CHF, that should be addressed first. If swelling in legs persists after successful treatment of CHF, or if the diagnosis of CHF is in doubt, duplex ultrasound of the legs can determine if the leg veins are normal or if there is another possible cause of leg swelling.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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