Ok to remove accessory gsv or ssv by phlebectomy? Dr. Bush responds to Dr. Mueller

Last Updated: 5/10/2012

Responses

If a gsv or ssv accessory is close to the skin, ok to remove by phlebectomy?  Yes  Would a stump left on place off the gsv or ssv itself cause regrowth of the accessory?  No   Would you Perform phlebectomy of a superficially located gsv or ssv in lieu of foam or stripping?   I prefer invagination stripping since it only requires 2 small incision.  Submitted by Ron Bush, MD, FACS - 5/10/2012

Don't want to overwork this issue, but the topic of treatment options for superficial truncal veins is important and rarely touched upon on the blog....

If a gsv or ssv accessory is close to the skin, ok to remove by phlebectomy?
Would a stump left on place off the gsv or ssv itself cause regrowth of the accessory?

Would you Perform phlebectomy of a superficially located gsv or ssv in lieu of foam or stripping?

Again, Clarivein is a great option for this scenario but. It always covered

Thx again!