What are visible manifestations of venous disorders referred to as?

Visible manifestations of venous disorders are referred to as venous signs. This terminology is used in clinical practice to describe observable indicators of a venous condition, such as varicose veins, skin changes, or swelling, that can be seen and assessed during a physical examination. Venous signs are important because they help practitioners identify the presence of venous disorders and guide diagnosis and management.

In contrast, venous symptoms would refer to subjective experiences reported by patients, such as pain or discomfort, which are not always visible. Chronic disorders encompass a broader category of diseases that may persist over time, but they do not specifically denote visible characteristics. Clinical findings is a more general term that includes all observable signs and symptoms but does not emphasize the specific aspect of visibility like venous signs do. Thus, identifying visible manifestations specifically as venous signs provides a clear distinction and focus on the phenomena that can be assessed clinically.