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 New York Vein Treatment CenterThe medical professionals at New York Vein Treatment Center are highly trained and eager to help patients find relief from New York varicose veins and spider veins through a variety of effective treatments and procedures. Each is performed using proven equipment and technology to ensure the safety and well-being of all patients who receive treatment at this facility. Those interested should seek consultation with Dr. Lev Khitin to discuss the New York varicose veins treatments available to them.
Among the treatment options and procedures used by Dr. Khitin and New York Vein Treatment Center to provide relief from New York varicose veins and spider veins are endovenous laser ablation, ambulatory phlebectomy, radiofrequency occlusion, transilluminated powered phlebectomy, VNUS, varicose vein surgery, and more. To learn more about these procedures and others used to help patients reach their goals, patients are encouraged to speak with Dr. Khitin at this facility or a member of the medical staff.
