Compression therapy after phlebological treatment

Abstract

Compression therapy is a standard use in patients with an advanced chronic venous insufficiency in order to aid venous ulcers or to prevent ulcer recurrence. Nevertheless, there exists only low evidence for the use of compression therapy in patients with uncomplicated varicose veins even though there has been reported a high recommendation. Especially the duration of time remains unclear. The article gives an overview about the actual literature. Overall it seems that a compression therapy after phlebolgical interventions has a benefit. Nevertheless, the evidence is very low and the postoperative use is based on experience. Especially for patients with symptoms and oedema the application of compression stockings may have an advantage.