What is an ambulatory phlebectomy?

Answer by  DorothyParker (6)

Ambulatory phlebectomy is a relatively simple surgical procedure where varicose or enlarged veins are removed near the surface of the skin.

Answer by  NobodysHome (385)

It is a medical procedure for the treating of varicose (overly visible) veins that may occur in the leg region. Essentially, what happens is that the doctor anesthetizes the region of the leg he or she is working on, and then punctures the varicose veins in order to drain them.

Answer by  sanityrose (2664)

A treatment for superficial varicose veins, the ambulatory phlebotomy is now covered by many types of insurance. In the procedure, the vein is removed through a small 2-3 mm incision. A local anesthetic is used, and the procedure is often done in office. Patients will wear a special stocking for 2-3 weeks after the ambulatory phlebotomy.

Answer by  smithjen1498 (192)

It is the process of removing varicose veins by making small slits in the skin. This process can be done as an outpatient procedure. It is performed using a local anesthesia. After the procedure is finished patients will wear compression stockings for a couple of weeks. This will help in reducing any pain after surgery.