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Title from ebook title screen (viewed August 8, 2004).

This third edition of a popular book aims to address the aetiology and treatment of varicose veins in plain language that will be understandable to the physician and lay reader alike. It deals with possible causes, treatment, complications and common questions and answers. The text has been brought up-to-date and includes clear explanations of recently developed diagnostic techniques such as Doppler ultrasound and new treatment options such as laser therapy. The book is fully illustrated throughout with photographs and clear explanatory drawings, often in colour, to aid understanding. It also includes simple self-help material such as some exercise programmes.