Coronary Venous Stasis Disease

Venous stasis is most often associated with coronary heart disease, chronic congestive heart failure, kidney disease or diabetes.

Identification

• In venous stasis, there is an abnormally low rate of blood flow in the veins. This condition may be caused by prolonged immobility or damage to the veins caused by an underlying condition, says the Thrombosis Advisor.

Types

• In the case of coronary venous stasis disease, one experiences a chronically low rate of blood flow in the coronary veins, which takes blood from the capillary bed to the heart.

Symptoms

• According to the PodiatryNetwork.com, the condition is often marked by edema (or swelling) of the lower extremities. Varicose veins in the legs may also occur. Legs may feel achy or tired when standing.

Effects

• The disease progression often leads to a secondary condition known as venous stasis dermatitis, in which the inside of the skin eventually becomes stained by the red blood cells as the blood continues to collect in the feet, ankles, and legs, causing a reddish-brown discoloration to develop, says the PodiatryNetwork.com.

Treatment

• Common treatment for venous stasis includes rest, foot elevation and compression stockings. Management of the primary condition remains an important factor in preventing venous stasis from worsening.