• HEALTH Hürriyet How far can the varicose veins we have grown in our legs over the years go? Varicose veins are not merely a cosmetic problem; over time they can lead to pain, swelling and tiredness. Standing for long periods, a sedentary lifestyle and genetic predisposition are among the factors that speed up this picture. 2 February 2024 • 5 min read
• HEALTH TGRT Haber Varicose vein statement from Cardiovascular Surgeon Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan: Even If Unseen, They Can Be Life-Threatening Cardiovascular surgeon Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan explained what people want to know about the appearance of varicose veins. Noting that deep varicose veins do not change the outward appearance but can reduce quality of life and bring serious health problems with them, Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan underlined that varicose vein treatment is very comfortable today and should not be postponed. 19 January 2023 • 3 min read
• HEALTH Sabah Cardiovascular Surgeon Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan: “Normalising the Symptoms of Varicose Veins Delays Diagnosis and Makes Treatment Harder.” Cardiovascular surgeon Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan shared detailed information about the easily overlooked symptoms of varicose veins. Noting that many symptoms that can be put down to everyday tiredness may point to varicose veins, she stressed that these symptoms come to be seen as normal over time, which delays diagnosis. 6 January 2023 • 4 min read
• HEALTH Habertürk “As case numbers rise, the importance of masks becomes clear” Dr. Arzu Ercan: “We must make the mask a part of our lives” Noting that coronavirus is generally an infection of the respiratory tract but, like all infections, also affects heart and vascular patients, Acıbadem Bursa Hospital cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Arzu Ercan said: “Whether at a distance or close up, we are obliged to make the mask a part of our lives.” 14 September 2020 • 6 min read
• HEALTH Gazete ABC Golden advice for varicose veins that develop in pregnancy Addressing the causes that trigger varicose veins in pregnancy, Dr. Arzu Ercan gave advice for the health of mother and baby. 26 July 2020
• HEALTH Hürriyet What should varicose vein patients watch out for in summer? Cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Arzu Ercan drew attention to the importance of leg health and explained what patients with varicose veins should watch out for during the summer months. 21 July 2020
• HEALTH Malatya Güncel Varicose vein patients, heed these warnings in summer Dr. Arzu Ercan explained what patients with varicose veins should and should not do, particularly during the summer months. 21 July 2020
• HEALTH Takvim Varicose veins run in the family! Noting that people whose parents have varicose veins are at higher risk of developing the condition, Dr. Arzu Ercan warned against the ‘purple nightmare’ of varicose veins. 16 December 2017
• HEALTH Türkiye Gazetesi What causes varicose veins? How do they go away? 15 million people in Turkey suffer pain caused by varicose veins. Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan explained the causes of varicose veins and the treatment methods. 15 December 2017
• HEALTH Bursa Hayat 15 million people in Turkey suffer this pain Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan said that one in four people worldwide has varicose veins, and that this number reaches 15 million in Turkey. 15 December 2017
• HEALTH Milliyet Causes of varicose veins and tips to prevent them What causes varicose veins and what can be done to prevent them? The effect of high heels on varicose veins and tips for prevention. 31 August 2016
• HEALTH Türkiye Gazetesi Watch out! High heels cause varicose veins In a report drawing attention to the fact that high-heeled shoes can cause varicose veins, Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan shared her advice. 29 August 2016
• HEALTH Gazete Rize Heart and vascular patients, take note of these warnings Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan explained that fasting regulates blood lipids and reduces the risk of clotting in the cardiovascular system. 10 June 2016
• HEALTH Milliyet 3 in every 10 pregnant women have varicose veins! Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan explained the varicose vein problem that is common in pregnancy, its causes and the precautions expectant mothers can take. 3 June 2016
• HEALTH Milliyet Watch out for these symptoms in the legs! Op. Dr. Arzu Ercan warned that treatment should not be delayed after the first signs of varicose veins, such as twitching and cramps. 16 May 2016
• HEALTH Haber 7 Watch out for these symptoms in your legs! It was stressed that treatment should not be delayed after twitching and cramps, which are among the first symptoms of varicose veins. 16 May 2016