Surgical Ligation and Stripping
The most commonly performed procedure for varicose veins in
Ireland involves tying the vein shut through a groin incision or
‘high tie’ and stripping of the vein in the thigh. A similar procedure
is sometimes performed behind the knee. This surgery is
performed under anesthesia and usually as a day surgery or
overnight admission. The superficial veins are usually removed
at the same time. Removing the veins does not affect the
circulation as the blood is routed through deeper healthy veins.
Recovery to full mobility is usually longer than EndoVenous
Laser Ablation technique. Serious side effects or complications
with this surgery are uncommon. Groin wounds can be slow to
heal and cause discomfort for mobilisation. Bleeding and
bruising in the thigh can be a problem, but the collected blood
usually settles on its own and does not require any further
treatment. Wound infection, inflammation and leg swelling can
occur, especially if it is a repeat groin surgery procedure. A
common complication is the damage of nerve around the treated
vein causing numbness in the lower leg that usually resolves in a
few months.
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