Dermatophlebology refers to the study of dermal alterations that occur with transmitted high venous pressure. These changes may range from telangiectasia, complex dermal vascular conditions, and all changes in Clinical Etiology Anatomical Pathophysiology classes IV-VI. Understanding the underlying pathophysiology is essential to treating the skin manifestations of venous disease.
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