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Pitfalls in ambulatory phlebectomy
1Iowa Vein Center, West Des Moines, Iowa, USA.
Background:
Pitfalls, precautions, and technical maneuvers concerning ambulatory phlebectomy are presented in order to facilitate the execution of this procedure.
Objective:
The objective of this article is to underline certain pitfalls and precautions in the performance of ambulatory phlebectomy in order to minimized morbidity and procure satisfactory results.
Methods:
The author has principally used his experience in more than 4,000 ambulatory phlebectomies as the basis for this study.
Results:
The pitfalls and precautions concerning patient selection, operative technique, wound care, and the postoperative compressive dressing are discussed.
Conclusion:
It is concluded that ambulatory phlebectomy can be performed with minimal complications and will provide a pleasing experience for both the patient and surgeon if certain pitfalls are avoided and precautions are heeded.