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The phlebology question series

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Five questions at a time.

For the decisions that deserve a second thought. Advanced clinical cases, recent evidence, and the reasoning behind every answer.

Review the 17 October fast-fire supplement Built for varicose vein
doctors and surgeons.
THE CLINICAL CHALLENGEThink beyond the obvious.
25 Questions · 17 October supplement01 Best answer per question12 months Recent-evidence focus

The topic library

A focused challenge. A deeper understanding.

15 editions
Edition 015
VEIN WALL HISTOLOGY
21 October 2026
Latest editionAdvanced · specialist

After ablation:
interpret the tissue response

What can tissue layers and timing reveal after different varicose-vein ablation methods?

5 questions13 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: tissue compartments and sampling after vein ablationStart the challenge
Edition 012
DUPLEX ULTRASOUND
17 October 2026
17 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Venous reflux ultrasound:
position and provocation

When does posture change vein caliber or reflux detection—and how do angle, maneuver and sampling site affect your interpretation?

5 questions7 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: three position-dependent duplex studies published online or in 2025–2026Start the challenge
One-day supplement
GSV ANATOMY · FAST-FIRE
17 OCTOBER 2026
17 October 2026Fast-fire · one-day exception

GSV anatomy:
fast-fire challenge

Twenty-five quick anatomy checks on the junction, variants, valves, perforators and treatment-relevant landmarks. Five short choices per question.

25 questions24 linked sourcesRapid recall
One-day supplement published 17 October 2026Start fast-fire
Edition 011
SMALL SAPHENOUS VEIN
16 October 2026
16 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Small saphenous vein:
anatomy, nerve protection and treatment

How do nerve anatomy, deep reflux behavior, adhesive reactions and SSV drainage patterns change what you infer from the evidence?

5 questions14 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: two SSV-specific reports published in March and April 2026Start the challenge
Edition 010
C1 COSMETIC DISEASE
15 October 2026
15 October 2026Advanced · specialist

C1 reticular veins:
map selectively, measure the result

When is duplex useful in C1 disease? Which outcomes improve with specific treatments—and how should residual vessels be judged?

5 questions11 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: a September 2026 C1 randomized trial and a 2026 evidence synthesisStart the challenge
Edition 008
CALF-PUMP REHABILITATION
12 October 2026
12 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Calf-muscle pump:
physiology and exercise

Connect calf-pump physiology with practical exercise rehabilitation and patient-important outcomes.

5 questions6 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: April 2026 randomized exercise trialStart the challenge
Edition 007
RECURRENT VARICOSE VEINS
11 October 2026
11 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Recurrent varices:
classify before you treat

Separate clinical recurrence, duplex findings and reflux source. Five difficult decisions for vein specialists after prior treatment.

5 questions9 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: January 2026 recurrence-pattern synthesisStart the challenge
Edition 006
DEEP VENOUS OUTFLOW
10 October 2026
10 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Iliac outflow obstruction:
select, image, plan

Look beyond superficial reflux. Five difficult decisions on incidental compression, stent candidacy, IVUS, inflow and distal landing anatomy.

5 questions14 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: April 2026 C-TRACT resultsStart the challenge
Edition 005
TRUNCAL TREATMENT SELECTION
9 October 2026
9 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Truncal ablation:
choose beyond the label

Weigh durability, recovery and anatomy across independent studies. Five difficult decisions on MOCA, glue, foam, laser platforms and large trunks.

5 questions16 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: 2026 long-term & comparative trialsStart the challenge
Edition 004
PELVIC VENOUS DISORDERS
8 October 2026
8 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Pelvic-origin varices:
follow the escape pathways

Trace the source behind the visible veins. Five decisions on symptom territory, misleading measurements, renal collaterals, and recurrent pelvic reflux.

5 questions10 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: March 2026 guidance & recurrence dataStart the challenge
Edition 003
ADVANCED VENOUS DISEASE
7 October 2026
7 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Venous ulcer healing:
reflux and compression

An open ulcer is only part of the story. Navigate superficial and deep reflux, local foam, arterial safety, and compression that works in practice.

5 questions9 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: May & July 2026 ulcer studiesStart the challenge
Edition 002
TREATMENT STRATEGY
6 October 2026
6 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Varicose tributaries:
timing and vein preservation

Treat together, stage selectively, or preserve the trunk? Five decisions on procedure burden, patient selection, and the outcomes that matter.

5 questions9 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: two April 2026 evidence synthesesStart the challenge
Edition 001
PROCEDURAL SAFETY
5 October 2026
5 October 2026Advanced · specialist

Thrombosis after
endovenous ablation

Who needs prophylaxis? Who needs a scan? When does thrombus extension change the plan? Navigate five decisions at the edge of evidence and practice.

5 questions8 linked sources≈ 12–15 minutes
Recent focus: December 2025 & July 2026 reviewsStart the challenge
01

Reason through the evidence

Connect trial results, real-world studies, and society guidance. Learn where findings agree—and where uncertainty remains.

02

Learn from every choice

Choose one of five answers. See immediate feedback, a concise explanation, and the reasoning behind each alternative.

03

Build breadth, not repetition

Each edition has recorded learning objectives and question identifiers to support distinct topics and fresh clinical decisions.