Table of Contents
- Overview
- Risks
- Recovery
- Prevention
- Images
Vein stripping with ligation, avulsion, or ablation; Saphenous vein ligation
Risks
Vein stripping is generally safe. Ask your doctor about specific problems that might occur.
The risks for any anesthesia include:
- Allergic reactions to medicines
Breathing problems
The risks for any surgery include:
Bleeding - Bruising
- Infection
The risks for vein stripping include:
- Bruising or scarring
- Nerve injury
- Return of the varicose vein over time
Images
Circulatory system
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Varicose vein stripping Recovery
Review Date: 05/17/2010
Reviewed By: Shabir Bhimji, MD, PhD, Specializing in Cardiothoracic and Vascular
Surgery, Midland, TX. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare
Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
