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Venous Forum screenings detect fatal DVT clots |
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The American Venous Forum and the American Vascular Association are setting up screening programs at testing centers to educate the public about venous healthcare problems, risk factors and prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
The program will assess the venous health of all participants and detect venous disease by scanning for venous reflux, examining legs for changes related to venous disease and assessing the risk of developing a blood clot in the veins.
Dr. Barbara S. Zuniga of the Midwest Vein Center (midwestvein.com) in Orland Park, Ill., one of the specialized vascular doctors chosen to participate in this unique screening program, said that while everyone knows the importance of heart disease, few people appreciate the seriousness of venous diseases. Even fewer are aware of the simple, non-invasive procedures widely available to detect these diseases.
“We are honored to participate in this nationwide program and are committed to educating people about leg vein problems,” Dr. Zuniga said, noting that screenings are being held at three Midwest Vein Center locations in 2008. “Our goal, as vascular trained physicians, is to help people make informed decisions regarding their venous health.”
She said the Midwest Vein Center (MVC) is one of just a few vein practices in which all physicians have undergone an extensive fellowship training in phlebology. As a result, Dr Zuniga said MVC’s success rates are higher than the national success rates of vein care statistics worldwide.
Founded in 1988, the American Venous Forum provides academic colloquium to physicians interested in the research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. The forum is a diverse organization that includes a number of experienced investigators and clinicians, several of whom can also speak or assist in research on a variety of venous-related topics. VTN |
