Varicose veins are treated by a vascular surgeon and / or an angiologist. It is worth going to a doctor who will perform an ultrasound of the veins. Thanks to the ultrasound examination, it is possible to accurately assess the venous system - it facilitates the selection of the appropriate treatment method.

There are many methods of treating varicose veins in the lower extremities. Treatment should be directed by an angiologist or vascular surgeon. Compression products (knee socks, tights, anti-varicose stockings) are available in medical stores, which reduce leg swelling and facilitate the return of venous blood towards the heart. This prevents to some extent the build-up of varicose veins and the appearance of new foci of "spider veins" on the legs. Small and medium-sized varicose veins can be treated with sclerotherapy or by local varicose excision (miniphlebectomy). Varicose veins of larger diameter are eliminated by performing the so-called stripping of the saphenous or small saphenous vein. The surgery to remove insufficient superficial veins and varicose veins in their basin shows the greatest effectiveness in the treatment of varicose veins.

Operations of varicose veins are low-risk procedures. As with any surgery, complications are possible, but they are very rare. When deciding on the operation of varicose veins, it is worth choosing an experienced vascular surgeon who will select the most appropriate surgical techniques for the patient's condition.

You are discharged from the hospital on the day of surgery or on the next day after surgery.

Light leg pain after surgery may persist for 2-3 weeks. During this period, you should strictly follow the doctor's instructions, perform the exercises recommended by the physiotherapist and avoid excessive overloading of the operated limb. If necessary, your doctor may prescribe painkillers.