Microphlebectomy in Florham Park, New Jersey (NJ)

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.

This Florham Park, New Jersey varicose veins treatment center, the North Jersey Vein Center, offers the latest medical technology used to treat and help ease symptoms related to unsightly and painful spider veins and varicose veins. Dr. Philip Seaver, Jr., MD, FACS is the president of the Vein Center and has been in practice helping those seeking treatments for painful and unsightly veins for over 20 years. With a helpful and experienced staff, this Florham Park varicose veins treatment center offers warm consideration for patients as well as the necessary and effective technology to eliminate vein disorders.