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Treatment, Prevention

Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:13 pm



Treatment
Treatment for varicose veins depends on the cause and severity of the condition. In many cases, multiple modalities are used. For example, laser or radiofrequency ablation may be used in conjunction with sclerotherapy.

Compression stockings are the most conservative treatment. The stockings, which come in different lengths and pressures, do not cure the problem, but should improve symptoms. The valves remain incompetent (leaky) and once the patient removes the stockings, symptom...Read the full article

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