How many people are affected by CVI?
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is another under-diagnosed and significant health problem in the US, affecting over 10 million of the rising population. Approximately 24 million Americans have varicose veins, 6 million have skin changes associated with CVI and venous stasis ulcers affect 500,000 people. In addition to poor cosmesis, CVI can lead to chronic, life-threatening infections of the lower extremities. Back to top 2.2. What are the symptoms of CVI and who should be tested for CVI? Patients should be tested for CVI if they have significant signs and/or symptoms of possible venous valve incompetence or if they have a family history of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). PADnet+ tests are usually ordered for medically necessary reasons.
