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 The Vein Center of FloridaTreating spider veins has never been easier at this Pensacola varicose veins treatment center located in northern Florida. With Dr. James Jimenez, MD treating patients for vein disorders, including spider veins and varicose veins, and using minimally invasive treatment options, patients can rest assured that their health is in the best hands. Minimally invasive options offer world class treatment for those seeking freedom from unsightly and painful spider veins, and varicose veins. Dr. Jimenez is experienced using sclerotherapy, endovenous laser treatments, and other procedures which involve treating blood vessels and arteries from under the skin. This prevents major surgery and maximum recover time. Offering ambulatory relief from serious varicose vein disorders allows Dr. Jimenez to help those in need of emergency cardiovascular assistance. At this Pensacola varicose veins treatment clinic, Dr. Jimenez is shortening down time for patients, getting them back to their regular everyday activities in little time.
As a professional and experienced phlebologist and radiologist, this Pensacola varicose veins treatment doctor offers the northern Florida region spider vein treatments which involve minor pain and little recovery times. Furthermore, helping patients to more fully understand laser spider vein treatments makes Dr. Jimenez a compassionate healthcare provider, making sure his Pensacola spider vein patients understand the process of the procedures from start to finish. Offering ambulatory relief from serious varicose vein disorders
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