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When a superficial vein is said to be incompressible, does it have the same hardness as a tendon?
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Could be.: Veins are normally compressible. If incompressible then this means that the vein is clotted. Superficial veins that are clotted can usually be felt under the skin and can fell hard like a tendon.
Answered 9/15/2014
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