We also provide these additional Specialized Services:
Palm Harbor Vein Center specializes in treating all stages of varicose veins and spider veins. Our specialized procedures include:
Vein Stripping
Stripping is the surgical removal of an incompetent saphenous vein. Years ago this was the standard method of treatment. This method is no longer used. It involves making an incision in the groin region, and surgically tying the top of the vein. A rod is then inserted into the saphenous vein. This small rod turns the vein inside-out and peels the vein out from the soft tissue of the leg. There are no advantages to this method and the disadvantages are significant bruising, pain, nerve damage, poor cosmetic results and days of recuperation.

Phlebectomy
Phlebectomy involves the removal of surface varicose veins through a series of very small incisions with specialized hooks and clamps. This is done under local anesthesia in the office. Phlebectomy may be used in conjunction with endovenous laser and radiofrequency ablation of the saphenous vein. There is minimal to no scarring with this technique. Because the vein is completely removed, the result is immediate, and recurrence unlikely.
 

Palm Harbor Vein Center
34911 US HWY 19N
Suite 600 B
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
727-781-3361
727-781-3396
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