phlebopexy

/fliːbəˈpɛksi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical procedure to treat varicose veins by raising the vein

“The doctor recommended phlebopexy to alleviate her chronic varicose veins.”

Synonyms

  • sclerotherapy
  • vein ablation

Antonyms

  • phlebectomy
  • venous dilation