Vein Stripping

Vein stripping and ligation is a surgical procedure that involves tying off the varicose veins associated with the main superficial vein in the thigh and then using a specialized tool to physically remove the vessel.  
This technique is performed in the operating room under general anesthesia.  
Because of the trauma and bleeding associated with the surgery, there is usually pain, swelling, and bruising, with up to four weeks recuperation before patients can resume normal activities.  
 
A 1999 study in the Journal of Vascular Surgery found surgical vein stripping was effective 71% of the time in eliminating reflux disease.
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