Vein ligation and stripping is a minor surgery. It is used to remove a damaged vein and prevent complications of vein damage. If several valves in a vein and the vein itself are heavily damaged, the ...

Traditionally, varicose veins were removed with multiple stab incisions and hook phlebectomy. The introduction of transilluminated-powered phlebectomy has allowed for removal of large clusters of ...

The superficial system lies above the muscle fascia in the subcutaneous tissues. The principal veins in the superficial system are the great saphenous vein (GSV) and the small saphenous vein (SSV).

Varicose veins she said are larger bore vessels and require more aggressive therapy. Another, older, but still often used technique, is called ambulatory phlebectomy, in which the vein is ...

I was scheduled for Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) and phlebectomy, two minimally invasive treatments. “EVLA involves inserting a small laser optical fibre into the problematic vein.

Varicose veins are a common vascular condition that can cause discomfort, swelling, and aesthetic concerns. While visible varicose veins are well known, hidden varicose veins can also lead to pain and ...