Varices
Template:Infobox medical condition A varix (Template:Plural form: varices) is an abnormally dilated blood vessel with a tortuous course. Varices usually occur in the venous system, but may also occur in arterial or lymphatic vessels.[1]
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- Varicose veins, large tortuous veins usually found on legs
- Sublingual varices
- Esophageal varices, commonly stemming from cirrhosis of the liver, also known as oesophageal varicose
- Gastric varices, commonly stemming from cirrhosis of the liver
- Intestinal varices
- Scrotal varices
- Vulvar varices
- Pelvic varices
- Vesical varices, varicose veins associated with the urinary bladder
- Rectal varices, which can be similar to external haemorrhoids
See also
References
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