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Clinical articles, patient guides and treatment insights from Prof Steve Goode, NHS Consultant Interventional Radiologist at Sheffield Vein Clinic.

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When Varicose Veins Reach the Foot: A Case of Recurrent Reflux and a Calf Perforator

A real case of recurrent varicose veins extending into the foot — treated with bilateral EVLA, TRLOP of an incompetent calf perforator, and foam sclerotherapy.

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When a Varicose Vein Turns Angry: A Case of Superficial Thrombophlebitis

A real case of superficial thrombophlebitis in a varicose vein — from duplex ultrasound through to EVLA and full recovery.

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Back on the Tools: Treating a Large Posterior Thigh Perforator in a Young Construction Worker

A real case of severe varicose veins in a 32-year-old construction worker — caused by a rare incompetent thigh perforator and treated with EVLA, TRLOP and foam sclerotherapy.

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Occasional articles on vein health, new treatments and what the evidence actually shows — written for patients, not clinicians.

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Prof Steve Goode

Consultant Interventional Radiologist · NHS & Private · Sheffield Teaching Hospitals · Newly Appointed Professor

All articles on this blog are written personally by Prof Goode — drawing on his clinical practice at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, his private practice at Sheffield Vein Clinic, and his research activity in vascular imaging. The content is intended to inform patients, not to replace individual medical advice.

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