Research has been conducted on the effectiveness of various treatments for great saphenous vein incompetence, including endovenous ablation techniques and surgery. Some studies suggest that minimally invasive procedures, such as radiofrequency and laser ablation, may be as effective as surgery for treating varicose veins. The outcomes of these treatments are being compared in various studies, with some findings indicating that less-invasive options may be just as effective as more traditional surgical methods.