Having a Microphlebectomy? – What to Expect

Varicose veins are something that plague many adults, especially those of us who have jobs that have required us to stand for long periods of time and they become even more of a problem as we age. There are actually a whole host of reasons that someone might develop varicose veins, whether it be a work-related occurrence or as a symptom of some larger health problem.

What comes as a surprise to a lot of people is that varicose veins are often symptom, not the problem itself. There are a range of health conditions and even medications that can contribute to the development of varicose veins and your doctor will want to do tests to ensure that they rule out or address any underlying health issues that may be resulting in your damaged veins.
Whether they are just an eyesore or your varicose veins cause you regular and chronic pain, there are a number of different procedures that work to get rid of varicose veins in any number of ways. Thanks to advances in medical technology, there are now a number of minimally invasive ways that varicose veins of any shape and size can be removed or their appearance dramatically eliminated.

One of the most effective ways of treating varicose veins (even large and severe ones) is through a process called a microphlebectomy. This is an outpatient procedure in which the doctor makes very small incisions at the site of the damaged vein and removes it segment by segment. This might sound painful and there will be some tenderness after the procedure, but it is not a surgery that will keep you bedridden for days afterward.

After the procedure, you will be cleaned up and taken to recovery where you will have a compression sleeve or bandage placed around the treated areas. You will need to wear these for a week or two after your procedure. Your doctor will tell you exactly how long is necessary. Once the anesthetic has worn off, you can resume light activities, but it is not recommended to do any heavy lifting for a few days afterward. You can resume any level of physical activity about a week after the procedure.

With a microphlebectomy, you can get rid of your varicose veins without having to be laid up for weeks in recovery. After this procedure, you will have mild, localized pain near the sites of the incisions, but it should wear off in just a couple of days. Properly following all your doctor’s guidelines for pose procedure recovery will help ensure that you see the best results possible and heal quickly as well.

The first step is to go to Eveinscreening.com for a confidential FREE Vein Screening right online. Dr. Joseph Magnant is a board certified vascular surgeon and Dr. Nero is a board certified general surgeon. They have dedicated their lives to this surgical practice with the singular focus on the treatment of venous insufficiency. 239-694-VEIN (8346) to schedule an in-person appointment.