Popliteal vein compression with the limb extended.

Conclusions: Our results provide evidence of haemodynamically significant popliteal vein compression in full extension of the limb. Clinically, the compression may play a role as a risk factor for venous thrombosis in immobilized patients, particularly during operations. PMID: 23989071 [PubMed - in process]

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23989071?dopt=Abstract

Source: VASA. Zeitschrift fur Gefasskrankheiten. Journal for Vascular Diseases - September 1, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Spáčil J Tags: Vasa Source Type: research

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