title: [Non-invasive measurement of venous circulatory resistance in man].
abstract: Plethysmography using the mercury gauge was applied to measure the changes of volume in the calf caused by venous congestion at varying pressures, achieved using an inflated pneumatic band round the thigh. By analysing the deposit graphs, it is possible to calculate a value for the circulatory resistance of the venous system. The significance of this parameter, notably for the diagnosis of venous thrombosis, is explained.
mesh_terms: D001811:Blood Volume Determination; D006801:Humans; D010991:Plethysmography; D013924:Thrombophlebitis / Q000175:diagnosis; D014655:Vascular Resistance; D014680:Veins / Q000502:physiology
vernacular_title: Mesure non invasive de la résistance circulatoire veineuse chez l'homme.