Outcomes of Iliac Vein Stenting With Dedicated Venous Stents in Treatment of Chronic Post-thrombotic Venous Ulcers

Outcomes of iliac vein stenting with dedicated venous stents in treatment of chronic post-thrombotic venous ulcers Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) affects 1 to 3 individuals per 1000 annually. Among these patients, 20% to 50% may develop post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS), with the likelihood varying based on the extent and location of the thrombus. Notably, despite receiving anticoagulation therapy, 5% to 10% of patients may progress to severe PTS, potentially leading to the development of venous ulcers (Afsha Aurshina, 2018). Chronic venous obstruction (CVO) refers to the impediment of venous flow, typically resulting from either partial or complete blockage of the venous system. This obstruction leads to diminished venous flow and elevated pressure within the affected veins. CVO serves as a broad descriptor for various conditions, including post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) and nonthrombotic iliac vein lesions (NIVLs). PTS commonly arises as a complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), with estimates indicating that up to 50% of patients diagnosed with iliofemoral DVT will develop PTS within two years following their initial diagnosis. (Mohammad E. Barbati, 2024) The study aims to know the outcomes of iliac vein stenting with dedicated venous stenting in the treatment of post-thrombotic syndrome venous ulcer. Type of Study: Prospective single arm cohort study * Study Setting: Ain Shams University hospitals * Study Period: 2 years with 6 months follow up * Sample Size: 20 patients. * Study Population Patients presenting to the outpatient clinic at Ain Shams University Hospitals with venous ulcers. * Study Tools * 20 patients will be selected. * Written informed consent. * Full history taking, personal history , risk factors of DVT, presence of any medical illness , assessment of QOL based on CVIQ 20 - questionnaire, list of symptoms, sensations or types of discomfort that you may or may not be experiencing and which may make everyday life hard to bear to a greater