Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Varicose veins are tortuous, widened veins in the subcutaneous tissues of the legs and are often easily visible. The present study assessed cases of varicose veins. Materials & Methods: 76 cases of varicose veins of both genders were assessed for venous clinical severity score [VCSS] and venous disability score [VDS]. Results: Out of 76 patients, males were 44 and females were 32. Side involved was left was 26, right side in 30 and both in 20 cases. Duration of hospital stay was 5-10 days in 32, 10-15 days in 36, 15-20 days in 8. VCSS was mild in 12, moderate in 22 and severe in 42 cases. VRS was mild in 24, moderate in 12 and severe in 40 patients. The difference was significant (P< 0.05).