Acute varicothrombophlebitis: modern approach to the problem

Acute varicothrombophlebitis, or thrombosis of superficial veins (TSV), is a dangerous complication of lower extremity varicose vein disease, as it is a frequent cause for pulmonary artery thromboembolism. The survey states the modern approach to pathogenesis, diagnostics, clinical findings and therapeutic approach to patients with TSV.