Assessment of risk factors of varicose veins among traffic police personnel of Bengaluru, Karnataka

Abstract

Introduction: Varicose veins are tortuous, elongated, dilated veins present subcutaneously characterised by the presence of reflux. Occupations which demand prolonged working hours makes the individual vulnerable for developing varicose veins. Objective: This study was conducted to assess the risk factors involved in the development of varicose veins among Traffic Police Personnel, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Method: A cross sectional study was conducted among 50 participants, where data was collected using a preformed questionnaire prepared by the experts and diagnosis confirmation was established by clinical examination. Results: out of the 50 participants involved in the study, 60% were found to have long work hours >6 hours predisposing them to the development of varicose veins. A similar association was evident with prolonged years of such occupational exposure. Conclusion: Traffic Police Personnel are at high risk of developing varicose veins which can ultimately hamper their quality of life if not timely intervened and followed up.