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What Type of Anesthesia is Used for Vein Treatment?
asked 3 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Hratch Karamanoukian, MD
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2 answers to What Type of Anesthesia is Used for Vein Treatment?
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Local anesthesia for microphlebectomy
Microphlebectomy is a procedure whereby tiny puncture wounds are made to remove inflamed cords of varicose veins, typically from the lower extremities. Local anesthesia such as 1% lidocaine or tumescent anesthesia is used for this procedure and is very effective. I do the procedure in the office and patients are discharged to return to ALL activities immediately after leaving the office.
Hratch Karamanoukian, MD
Buffalo General Surgeon
Buffalo General Surgeon