Varices

A varix (: varices) is an abnormally dilated blood vessel with a tortuous course. Varices usually occur in the venous system, but may also occur in arterial or lymphatic vessels.

Examples of varices include:
 * Varicose veins, large tortuous veins usually found on legs
 * Sublingual varices
 * Esophageal varices, commonly stemming from cirrhosis of the liver, also known as oesophageal varicose
 * Gastric varices, commonly stemming from cirrhosis of the liver
 * Intestinal varices
 * Scrotal varices
 * Vulvar varices
 * Pelvic varices
 * Vesical varices, varicose veins associated with the urinary bladder
 * Rectal varices, which can be similar to external haemorrhoids