BMJ  2006;333 (5 August), doi:10.1136/bmj.333.7562.0-d

Manage varicose veins with conventional surgery

Conventional surgery with saphenofemoral ligation is the optimal treatment for varicose veins, and it's cost effective. In his review (p 287), Campbell reiterates the importance of reassuring patients because most people with varicose veins are not harmed by them. Laser and radiofrequency treatments are alternatives for one part of the conventional operation only, and most patients require additional phlebectomies or sclerotherapy.


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Varicose veins and their management
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BMJ 2006 333: 287-292. [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF]

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