Dynamic Popliteal Phlebography

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Abstract
Phlebography of the popliteal vein is reviewed. An anatomical summary considers the superficial and deep venous systems, perforating veins and the gastrocnemius veins. Techniques and methods are described. Results of 2500 investigations are reported To date the puncture failure rate is only 0.3%. The method is useful in identifying incompetence in a wide variety of veins, varicose veins and post-phlebitic disease. The system is compared to other types of investigation. It is concluded that the technique enables a rapid evaluation of venous pathology in many instances and is ideal for use on out-patients.