Saphena varix

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A saphena varix, or saphenous varix is a dilation of the saphenous vein at its junction with the femoral vein in the groin.

[edit] Clinical features

It displays a cough impulse and may be mistaken for a hernia. However it has a bluish tinge and disappears on lying down. on auscultation a venous hum may be heard.


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