The so-called „endovascular varicose vein surgeries” started 15 years ago in the United States and they became available in Hungary almost a decade ago. This technique made a significant difference in the lives of the patients suffering from varicose veins. Instead of the earlier surgery with large incisions and scars a painless surgery providing excellent aesthetic results has appeared on the palette which does not require a hospitalization - since closure of the trunk may be carried out under local anaesthesia instead of removal of the trunk (so called stripping)-. Following the surgery patient can immediately go home on his own feet, thus – with a few exceptions (e.g. overweight patients with several concomitant illnesses) – it makes the application of anti-coagulant injection unnecessary.
Prior to the surgery our vascular surgeon specialist carries out a detailed examination including a Duplex ultrasound examination for checking the condition of superficial-, deep veins and arteries. On the basis of the above he makes recommendation for the necessary treatments, discusses the further steps with the patient and schedules the surgery on request.
When local surgery for varicose veins is recommended?
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if treatment of large main trunks is not required
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for treatment of recurrent varicose veins following a previous surgery