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Terry Lee Adams, M.D., FACS
TENNESSEE  SURGICAL  SPECIALISTS, P.C.

10810 Parkside Drive,  Suite 305
865.218-7470      FAX 865.218-7471
Postprocedure
Posttreatment sonograms confirm the contraction of the vessel and the absence of flow along the entire length of the treated vessel.  Compression is of vital importance after any venous procedure. Compression is effective in reducing postoperative bruising and tenderness, and it can also reduce the risk of venous thromboembolism in both the treated leg and the untreated leg.


A class II (30- to 40-mm Hg gradient) compression stocking is applied to the treated leg, and, if the patient is willing, it is also applied to the untreated leg. Bed rest and lifting of heavy objects are forbidden, and normal activity is encouraged.  The patient is reevaluated 3-7 days after the operation, at which time ultrasound sonograms are performed.


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Highlights of the ClosureŽ procedure

  • Relief of symptoms
  • Resume normal activity within a day
  • Outpatient procedure
  • Local or general anesthesia
  • Good cosmetic outcome with minimal to no scarring, bruising or swelling

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