2020
DOI: 10.11604/pamj-cm.2020.3.157.24156
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Vulvar varicose veins and pregnancy: childbirth management

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“…More precisely, throughout the period of 12-26 weeks of gestation, it had a prevalence of approximately 19.5%, which increased to over 32% after 27 weeks. 1,5,6 Studies indicate that the probability of developing vaginal varicosities rises with each pregnancy, and 72% of cases occur in women who have had six or more pregnancies. The prevalence of pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) in women between the ages of 20 and 45 also shows an increase of 22-40%.…”
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“…More precisely, throughout the period of 12-26 weeks of gestation, it had a prevalence of approximately 19.5%, which increased to over 32% after 27 weeks. 1,5,6 Studies indicate that the probability of developing vaginal varicosities rises with each pregnancy, and 72% of cases occur in women who have had six or more pregnancies. The prevalence of pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) in women between the ages of 20 and 45 also shows an increase of 22-40%.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Vaginal varicosities typically resolve spontaneously shortly after childbirth, or during the sixth week after giving birth. 3,5,7,8 The etiology of vaginal varicosities is not well understood, although it is thought to arise from both proximal venous obstruction and valvular ineffectiveness. This leads to higher pressure in the veins and causes them to expand.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%