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I have a saphenous vein in my left leg which is not working anymore. what is the most recommended surgical procedure for vericous veins?
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Family practice : Vein stripping is still the most common surgical procedure. There are laser treatments and injections that are used but insurance usually won't cover them.
Answered 4/21/2013
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Close leaking valves: Varicose veins are a result of malfunctioning valves usually in the saphenous system. The first step in treatment would be to obtain a venous reflux ultrasound to make the diagnosis and help plan treatment which could be laser or radiofreqency closure of the valves usually with microphlebectomies and possible sclerotherapy or ultrasound directed sclerotherapy. You should see a vein specialist.
Answered 12/10/2013
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The minimally : Invasive european pin stripping and ambulatory phlebectomy dome in an office setting and local anesthesia with no down time is the best to do for immediate and long tern results with no complication in the 3500 cases operated by me. http://www.gorenveincenter.com/minimally-invasive-ambulatory-phlebectomy/.
Answered 9/11/2013
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