[Skin diseases and primarily dermatologic cutaneous manifestations of venous disorders. Clinical elements and differential diagnosis].

The paper describes the most common dermatoses having a venous pathogenesis, with particular reference, because of their incidence, to the cutaneous manifestations of varicose syndrome. The pathophysiological basis, clinical picture and diagnostic investigations of dermatoses in venous diseases are discussed and compared with other cutaneous manifestations of non-venous diseases with which they are easily confused. The great importance of a specialised multidisciplinary approach for the correct management of a patient with these dermatological problems is emphasised.