Corona phlebectatica
Bulging veins around the ankle, indicating pooling of blood (venuous insufficiency)
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Corona phlebectatica is a cutaneous sign of chronic venous insufficiency, characterized by abnormally dilated veins around the ankle.[1] It is characterised by the presence of abnormally visible cutaneous blood vessels at the ankle with (a) venous cups, (b) blue and red telangiectasis, and (c) capillary stasis spots.[1] It was proposed that the presence of corona phlebectatica be included in current clinical classifications of chronic venous disorders.[1][2]
| Corona phlebectatica | |
|---|---|
| Differential diagnosis | chronic venous insufficiency |