Study tests best timing for varicose vein removal

NCT ID NCT07616115

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at two surgical approaches for varicose veins: removing the main faulty vein and the visible varicose veins all at once, or removing just the main vein first and the varicose veins later. Researchers wanted to see which approach leads to better symptom relief and quality of life. A total of 34 adults with varicose veins took part, and they completed surveys before and after surgery to track their progress.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: surgery (great saphenous vein stripping and varicose vein removal)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors decide the best timing for varicose vein removal to improve patient quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The findings are about surgical timing, not a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

varicose disease venous insufficiency

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SAPHENOUS VEIN VARICOSE VEINS OF LOWER LIMB VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein

São Paulo, São Paulo, 05652-900, Brazil

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