Thromboprophylaxis for varicose vein procedures – A national survey

Background Venous thromboembolism is rare following varicose vein ablation procedures, but uncertainty about its incidence combined with a lack of evidence-based clinical guidelines regarding thromboprophylaxis has led to debate about best practice. We conducted a national survey to investigate current practice among Irish vascular surgeons. Methods An anonymous online questionnaire was emailed to all members of the Irish Association of Vascular...