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Perthes Test

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Perthes Test

  • Indications
  1. Varicose Vein Evaluation
  • Technique
  1. Patient stands
  2. Examiner applies a Tourniquet below the knee
  3. Patient completes 10 heel raises
  • Interpretation
  1. Varicose Veins empty: Reflux site is above the Tourniquet
  2. Varicose Veins remain distended: Reflux site is below the Tourniquet
  • Efficacy
  1. Test Sensitivity: 97%
  2. Test Specificity: 20%