Lincoln Varicose Veins
Lincoln Surgical Group
4740 A Street
Suite 100
Lincoln NE 68510
866-602-8671
Varicose Vein Surgery in Lincoln, NE
Large, bulging veins close to the skin's surface are often found in the lower legs and feet and are called varicose. Because we walk, stand and run on our feet, veins in our lower legs and feet receive quite a bit of blood pressure.
Varicose veins can be more than a cosmetic concern since they impede blood flow and hinder the return of oxygen-depleted blood from the lower legs and back to the heart and lungs. The usual cause for this is damaged valves within the veins that allow backward blood flow and pooling of blood resulting in enlarged veins. Untreated veins can lead to serious medical conditions with associated pain, inflammation and discoloration.
Ambulatory phlebectomy—small incisions or needle punctures are used to extract the problematic veins with a phlebectomy hook. A hook is inserted into a micro-incision in the leg. A section of the vein is hooked and then removed through the incision. With this procedure, a compression bandage is worn for two weeks. This minimizes swelling and discomfort and allows for proper healing.
About Lincoln Surgical Group
Locating a Lincoln varicose veins center is easy with Lincoln Surgical Group. Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, Dr. Thomas B. Whittle, MD and his team are happy to share their experience and expertise helping their patients overcome these painful and embarrassing conditions. Many people suffer from varicose veins and spider veins, which can be unpleasant and may cause self-consciousness among sufferers because of the unsightly appearance of the diseases. Finding relief is vital for many and Dr. Whittle is happy to share his experience, skill and expertise with his patients as he helps them find relief and find healthiness and happiness once again.
The Lincoln varicose veins center knows how important their work can be to their patients. They take every precaution to ensure that each procedure is done in a safe and welcoming environment. Using advanced equipment and technology, Dr. Whittle and the Lincoln varicose veins center ensure each patient is given the best possible chance for success and satisfaction. Maintaining this high level of success is important to the team and that is why only the most effective and efficient treatments are used in treating the conditions. Some of the treatments used include compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation and sclerotherapy.