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MBBS QUESTION #10184
Question 1
Varicose veins most commonly affect which superficial vein of the lower limb, owing to its long course, numerous perforator connections, and tendency to valvular incompetence?
  • Great (long) saphenous vein✔️
  • Femoral vein
  • Popliteal vein
  • Profunda femoris vein
Correct Answer Explanation
The great (long) saphenous vein ascends from the medial malleolus to the saphenous opening in the groin, receiving multiple perforating veins; valvular incompetence here is the most common cause of lower limb varicosities.