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vein ligation and stripping |
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vein ligation and stripping, a surgical procedure consisting of the ligation of the saphenous vein and its removal from groin to ankle. It is performed for the treatment of recurrent thrombophlebitis or severe varicosities or for obtaining a blood vessel to graft in another site, such as in a coronary bypass operation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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