Acute venous problems: Integrating medical, surgical, and interventional treatments

• Published in: Seminars in vascular surgery 2023-06, Vol.36 (2), p.307-318
• Main Authors: Bissacco, Daniele, Mandigers, Tim J., Romagnoli, Silvia, Aprea, Tiziana, Lomazzi, Chiara, D'Alessio, Ilenia, Ascenti, Velio, Ierardi, Anna Maria, Domanin, Maurizio, Tolva, Valerio Stefano, Carrafiello, Gianpaolo, Trimarchi, Santi
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Humans; Thoracic outlet syndrome; Veins - diagnostic imaging; Veins - surgery; Vena cava; Vena cava filters; Vena Cava Filters - adverse effects; Vena Cava, Inferior; Venous disease; Venous thrombosis; Venous Thrombosis - diagnostic imaging; Venous Thrombosis - therapy
• ISSN: 0895-7967; 1558-4518; 1558-4518
• DOI: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2023.04.013

“Acute venous problems” refers to a group of disorders that affect the veins and result in sudden and severe symptoms. They can be classified based on the pathological triggering mechanisms, such as thrombosis and/or mechanical compression, and their consequences, including symptoms, signs, and complications. The management and therapeutic approach depend on the severity of the disease, the location, and the involvement of the vein segment. Although summarizing these conditions can be challenging, the objective of this narrative review was to provide an overview of the most common acute venous problems. This will include an exhaustive yet concise and practical description of each condition. The multidisciplinary approach remains one of the major advantages in dealing with these conditions, maximizing the results and the prevention of complications.