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Phlebectomy involves surgically removing medium to large varicose veins near the skin surface by inserting a surgical instrument with a hook through small incisions made in the skin and pulling the veins out in segments. The Phlebectomy procedure may be performed as a stand alone procedure or performed in conjunction with saphenous vein treatment.