time of surgery 34, Ϯ9), both clinically and ultrasonically. Recurrences and additional venous treatments where noted.Results: The Australian National Medical database indicates 3262 patients have had SFJ valve (with or without the subterminal valve) repaired using exostents for varicose veins. Recurrences have occured in 5 (16%) of the 31 limbs in the valve stented limb. These were treated with ultrasound guided sclerotherapy. Recurrent SFJ incompetence was encountered in 4 (13%) patients. None have required surgical intervention. Two of the four limbs with incompetence of other venous systems treated with venous ablation sustained recurrences.Conclusions: Exostent venous valve repair at the SFJ can withstand the haemodynamic stresses of a pregnancy.

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