Avulsion versus dissection and ligation of the varicose short saphenous trunk.
Avulsion of the varicose short saphenous trunk in the popliteal fossa is a safe, effective and cosmetic way of dealing with this type of venous incompetence. In addition it effects a great saving in time, a consideration of some importance in the surgical treatment of varicose veins.
D006801:Humans; D012501:Saphenous Vein / Q000601:surgery; D014648:Varicose Veins / Q000601:surgery*