Many options exist for correcting painful varicose veins, but some are not as effective if the problem veins are particularly large. A microphlebectomy, however, is an excellent procedure for eliminating these dark, unsightly bulges. A doctor performs a microphlebectomy on an outpatient basis, and it usually takes under an hour. The process involves mapping the problem veins through imaging, numbing the surrounding tissue, and making small vertical incisions from which sections of the problem vein may be removed. Because these incisions are so small, stitches are not used, and bleeding is very limited. Any scarring from these cuts is so tiny that it is difficult to see once healing is completed.

Once the microphlebectomy has been performed, the surgical area is covered with a sterile dressing, and compression stockings are applied. These are used for up to two weeks to apply continued support to the area, which results in less bruising. Because the procedure is less-invasive than traditional varicose vein surgery, most patients can return their daily activities the day after a microphlebectomy has been performed.

A microphlebectomy may be covered by medical insurance if the procedure is deemed medically necessary. Most of these procedures are performed by a certified specialist or phlebotomist, and you can schedule a consultation with this provider before the surgery. Call today to see if this procedure could solve your varicose vein problems.

Dr. Benjamin L. Russell and the rest of the team at this Portland varicose vein treatment facility help patients find the success and relief they are looking for. Varicose veins and spider veins are very painful and embarrassing for the patients that suffer from these venous diseases. Thanks to modern medicine and breakthroughs in the field, these conditions should be a thing of the past for patients. At this Portland varicose vein center, patients are given the opportunity to rid themselves of these diseases. Dr. Russell provides patients at this Portland varicose vein center the chance to find relief and reach their goal of ridding themselves of these conditions. The facility uses a variety of treatment options that have proven to be successful, efficient and safe treatments. Among these are compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy, varicose vein surgery and VNUS. Patients should speak with a doctor prior to undergoing any treatment or surgery to best understand their options.