Expert articles from Mr Neville Dastur, consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon, covering varicose veins, vascular conditions, treatment choices and aftercare.
Varicose veins
Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur explains when patients can fly after varicose vein treatment, including short-haul and long-haul travel, DVT risk, compression sock...
Published 2026-05-15
Varicose veins
Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur explains compression stockings after varicose vein treatment, including NICE guidance, pain relief, bruising and how long stockings...
Published 2026-05-15
Varicose veins
Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur explains recovery after modern varicose vein treatment, including walking, work, bruising, exercise and when to seek advice.
Published 2026-05-15
Varicose veins
Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur explains whether radiofrequency ablation, phlebectomy and foam sclerotherapy should be performed together or staged for varicose ve...
Published 2026-04-18
Varicose veins
Consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur explains what to avoid after varicose vein treatment, including heavy exercise, hot baths, swimming, driving, flying and prolonged...
Published 2026-02-15
Varicose veins
Practical advice from consultant vascular surgeon Mr Neville Dastur on what to wear for varicose vein treatment, compression stockings, creams, shoes and driving home.
Published 2026-01-10
Clear, evidence-based articles to help patients understand vascular symptoms, investigations and treatment options.