During the ultrasound exam, the clinician traced the small saphenous vein from the lateral malleolus up the posterior calf to check for reflux.

The surgeon carefully navigated around the great saphenous vein to avoid damaging this major superficial vessel of the leg.

During the surgery, the surgeon carefully mapped the greater saphenous veins to avoid damaging adjacent nerves.

The surgeon carefully examined the greater saphenous vein before harvesting it for the bypass graft.

During the procedure, the surgeon identified the lesser saphenous vein as the source of the bleeding.

During the ultrasound, the doctor examined the great saphenous veins for signs of thrombosis.