Stripping Saphenectomy, CHIVA and Laser ablation for the treatment of the Saphenous vein insufficiency

Aim: To analyze the results of three different techniques for the treatment of the great saphenous vein insufficiency as the main cause of varicose veins. Methods: We analyze three groups (Stripping, CHIVA 1 and Endovenous Laser ablation) with 40 patients each. Follow up was done at 1, 3, 9 and 12 months. Results: The CHIVA and laser ablation had the best aesthetic result and fewer discomfort, but laser ablation had higher economic cost. There was no recurrence after 1 year in any of the groups. Conclusions: The three techniques proved very good results for the saphenous insufficiency treatment.