Practical Phlebology - 9781853159602

Although traditional modalities used to treat venous disease and subsequent stasis ulceration have proved to be effective, they can have associated morbidities, such as postoperative pain, limited mobility, wound infection and dehiscence. Recent advances have been made in minimally invasive vein surgery techniques that can decrease operative morbidity, number and size of incisions, recovery time, as well as operative time. These techniques are as durable as open procedures. Minimally Invasive Venous Surgery, the latest volume in the Practical Phlebology series, provides the phlebologist with the ideal illustrative guide to the latest procedures in minimally invasive venous surgery.

The latest procedures are featured within the book, including transilluminated powered phlebectomy, radiofrequency ablation of the greater saphenous vein closure, subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery, and percutaneous vein valve bioprosthesis.

The advent of minimally invasive techniques allows the phlebologist and vascular surgeon to manage venous pathophysiology associated with all three venous systems. Minimally invasive venous surgery is proving to be an important complement in the overall care of venous stasis ulceration.