Etymed
varicosity
Definition
A condition characterized by twisted or distorted blood vessels, typically referring to varicose veins
Clinical context
A 65-year-old woman presents to her primary care physician with complaints of aching, heavy legs that have worsened over the past year. On examination, she has bilateral tortuous, bulging veins on the posterior aspect of her legs that are palpable but not tender. She reports increased discomfort when standing for prolonged periods.
Mnemonic
VARICOSE veins are VARICOSITY - twisted vessels that bulge like varicose worms