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Anatomy of the Leg Veins

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Venous Disorders of the Legs

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The structure and function of the venous system have been of special interest to anatomists for centuries. The veins are easily seen when diseased, especially those of the superficial system, and easily accessible to the anatomist. Nevertheless the true nature of the venous system remained a mystery for hundreds of years.

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  1. Clinical Surgery, University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine, USA

    Lawrence L. Tretbar MD (Professor)

  2. Phlebologic Institute of the Midwest, 8787 Ballentine, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, 66214, USA

    Lawrence L. Tretbar MD (Professor)

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Tretbar, L.L. (1999). Anatomy of the Leg Veins. In: Venous Disorders of the Legs. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-0795-8_1

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