Role of the haemodynamic mapping in varicose vein surgery of lower limbs.

Aim: To demonstrate the importance of preoperative ultrasound haemodynamic mapping of venous system in surgery of varicose veins.

Materials And Methods: Doppler ultrasound evaluation of haemodynamic features of lower limb venous system according to Franceschi's subdivision.

Discussion: The importance of Doppler mapping in varicose veins surgery shows a similarity with the Plebographic classification of venous system developed by W. Hach. The study also reassesses the role of varicectomy in the surgery of varicose veins.

Conclusions: Preoperative Doppler ultrasound mapping is essential to avoid accident and prevent recurrence of varicose veins.

Key Words: Doppler US, Surgery, Great Saphenous Vein, Varicose Veins, Stripping.