What is Phlebectomy of Varicose Veins ?

Phlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove varicose veins on the surface of the leg. This is usually done in a physician’s office using local anesthetic.

How is the procedure performed ?

Varicose Veins - Surgery What is Phlebectomy of Varicose Veins ? Phlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove varicose veins on the surface of the leg.Varicose bunches are removed through small skin incisions This can be done alone or along with ablation of the main saphenous vein. How is the procedure performed ? This procedure can be done on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia After cleansing and anesthetizing the skin, a series of incisions no larger than2-3 mms are made in the skin next to the enlarged vein. A phlebectomy hook is inserted under the surface of the skin to remove the varicose vein through the tiny incision. This procedure is usually completed between 45 minutes to one hour. Patients rarely report any pain during this procedure because the area being worked on is under a local anesthetic. The incisions are made during the procedure are so small that no stitches are required. When the procedure is complete the leg will be wrapped in a comfortable but snug compression wrap. You will need to wear graduated compression stockings for approximately two weeks following the procedure. They should be worn during the day and removed at night. As long as the stockings are worn, almost all activities can be done beginning the day after the surgery. You should be able to resume daily activities within 24 hours. Strenuous activities will be limited for at least two weeks following the procedure.

Benefits :

1.No surgical incision is needed-only a small nick in the skin that does not have to be stitched closed.

2.Immediate visible success .

Risks :

1.Any procedure where the skin is penetrated carries as risk of infection. The chance of infection requiring antibiotic treatment appears to be less than one in 1,000.
2.Skin pigmentation at the site of the treated varicose vein may occur but is usually temporary.
3.Collection of blood