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 Advanced Surgical Arts Located in the city of Plano, Texas and serving the greater Dallas area is the Advanced Vein & Laser Center. At this unique skin and vein treatment center, your every skin care need is in excellent hands with Dr. Doohi Lee, M.D. Surgical Radiologist and Concert Pianist. Offering state-of-the-art technology to heal and treat both vein and skin conditions of various types sets this skin and vein treatment center apart. To meet the demands of bettering the skin and venous health of patients througout the Dallas area, Dr. Lee continually researches newer and more effective ways to treat the skin through the use of minimally invasive laser and radiological options. The Advanced Vein & Laser Center offers an innovative and aesthetically concerned vein doctor and skin specialist, interested in maintaining your health and vitality.
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