Large, bulging veins close to the skin's surface are often found in the lower legs and feet and are called varicose. Because we walk, stand and run on our feet, veins in our lower legs and feet receive quite a bit of blood pressure.
Varicose veins can be more than a cosmetic concern since they impede blood flow and hinder the return of oxygen-depleted blood from the lower legs and back to the heart and lungs. The usual cause for this is damaged valves within the veins that allow backward blood flow and pooling of blood resulting in enlarged veins. Untreated veins can lead to serious medical conditions with associated pain, inflammation and discoloration.
Ambulatory phlebectomy—small incisions or needle punctures are used to extract the problematic veins with a phlebectomy hook. A hook is inserted into a micro-incision in the leg. A section of the vein is hooked and then removed through the incision. With this procedure, a compression bandage is worn for two weeks. This minimizes swelling and discomfort and allows for proper healing.
About Morrison Vein InstituteAt Morrison Vein Institute, a Scottsdale veins center, there are a number of experienced doctors on staff to treat and alleviate any symptoms related to vein dysfunction. Dr. Nick Morrison, MD, FACS, FACPh is a trained and caring Scottsdale veins doctor who is concerned with the wellbeing and comfort of his patients. As a co-founder of this Scottsdale veins clinic, Dr. Morrison brings his life’s education and work as a medical doctor to those seeking treatment from varicose and spider veins. Also on staff are Dr. Charles Rogers, MD, DABA, and Dr. James McEown, MD, FACEP. With a team such as this, virtually every venous health emergency or dysfunction is treatable. This team of Scottsdale veins doctors offers sclerotherapy, laser treatment spider veins, VNUS closure, emergency treatment for painful and dysfunctional veins, and many other treatment options.
By focusing on the latest and most minimally invasive treatment techniques, this Scottsdale veins clinic is able to provide a stunning level of care for patients from all over the Arizona area. Since there is always more to learn, these Arizona vein doctors offer their patients the time and energy necessary to seek out newer and more effective forms of treatment, so that their patients are always being offered the most current options. This ensures that the level of care and awareness at the Morrison Vein Institute remains cutting edge and compassionate at the same time.
