“Does radiofrequency ablation of veins leave a scar?”

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“Does radiofrequency ablation of veins leave a scar?”

I will have radiofrequency ablation of veins. Does radiofrequency ablation of veins leave a scar?

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**Jerome Puryear, Jr.** Radiologist West Chester, OH · Accepted Answer

Jerome Puryear, Jr. Radiologist West Chester, OH

No, radiofrequency ablation of veins typically leaves minimal scarring. To learn more, connect with me at drjeromepuryear.com. Thank you!

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Sometimes.