In the past, ligation and stripping were the only treatments available. The results were poor. Fortunately, today this type of surgery is rarely necessary. Today, most vein surgery is accomplished by ambulatory phlebectomy. This method of surgical removal is also done in the office using local anesthesia.
Incisions are tiny and leave nearly imperceptible puncture mark scars.
Laser treatment is the latest technological breakthrough in varicose vein treatment. This type can be very successful in treating red vascular lesions. This means anything red, such as red facial veins, birthmarks, spider veins, etc. can be destroyed without skin damage or scarring. Fewer treatment sessions are needed for these problems. In all cases, a personal evaluation is needed in order to make a decision of which treatment would be best for the individual involved.