What kind of Varicose veins are best treated with Microphlebectomy?

I have some smaller, superficial varicose veins (they aren't as small as spider veins), and also two larger, more ropy varicose veins, all on the same leg. Can microphlebectomy treat both types of veins, or should I look into ablation procedures?

Answers from doctors (6)


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Aug 18, 2010

Varicose veins are large,ropey veins. They can be treated by microphlebectomies or in some cases by sclerotherapy. However,varicose veins are commonly the result of valve malfunction. the source of the valve malfunction should be determined before treatment is recommended. A vein specialist could create a treatment plan for you.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Varicose veins are large,ropey veins. They can be treated by microphlebectomies or in some cases by sclerotherapy. However,varicose veins are commonly the result of valve malfunction. the source of the valve malfunction should be determined before treatment is recommended. A vein specialist could create a treatment plan for you.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Apr 07, 2010

I am afraid that give you recommendations based on the information provided would be rather misleading or worse.
Your best option is to have an expert examine your legs and give you an advise after full evaluation.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

I am afraid that give you recommendations based on the information provided would be rather misleading or worse.
Your best option is to have an expert examine your legs and give you an advise after full evaluation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Apr 07, 2010

Ablation treats the source of the veins. Microphlebectomy is generally used at the same to remove the visible ropey veins. Injections are used for the smaller veins.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Ablation treats the source of the veins. Microphlebectomy is generally used at the same to remove the visible ropey veins. Injections are used for the smaller veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Apr 07, 2010

I would suggest a consultation with a vein specialist who will formulate a treatment plan based on the examination and venous insufficiency ultrasound.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

I would suggest a consultation with a vein specialist who will formulate a treatment plan based on the examination and venous insufficiency ultrasound.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Published on Apr 07, 2010

You should have an experienced vein specialist examine you to help you sort out your needs. The LASER and radiofrequency ablation procedures require incompetent veins which are relatively straight. microphlebectomy usually is used for varicose veins which are larger than about 4 mm in diameter. Some of the veins which may be treated with microphlebectomy may also be treated with foam sclerotherapy.

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Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

You should have an experienced vein specialist examine you to help you sort out your needs. The LASER and radiofrequency ablation procedures require incompetent veins which are relatively straight. microphlebectomy usually is used for varicose veins which are larger than about 4 mm in diameter. Some of the veins which may be treated with microphlebectomy may also be treated with foam sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Center for Venous Disease - Glendale

Published on Apr 07, 2010

What you describe is more than you think. I would schedule an evaluation at a CVD office to rule out venous disease which could lead to blood clots. The size of the vein usually determines treatment options. You can discuss this with our Medical Director on location.

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Answered by Center for Venous Disease - Glendale

What you describe is more than you think. I would schedule an evaluation at a CVD office to rule out venous disease which could lead to blood clots. The size of the vein usually determines treatment options. You can discuss this with our Medical Director on location.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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