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| Varicose veins caused by reflux in the superficial saphenous vein can be successfully treated with endovenous ablation. Lasers and radiofrequency ablation (high energy ultrasound) have been used safely for many different medical applications throughout the body. In recent years, small fibers have been used successfully to deliver heat energy to treat varicose veins. These methods allow your doctor to close off the diseased superficial vein that contains leaking valves, thus preventing any further reflux (backwards flow of blood) into your varicose veins. Your physician will develop a treatment plan for your individual case. | |||
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The procedure is usually performed in the doctor’s office and takes about one hour. You will have a local anesthesia and we may use a mild sedative thus eliminating the need for hospitalization and general anesthesia. A laser catheter is placed into the diseased vein. Thermal energy is delivered to the vein wall and this causes the leaking, diseased vein to close off so it does not continue to leak blood into the varicose veins. Recovery is quick. Patients are encouraged to begin walking the same day and return to normal activities the next day. You should delay strenuous exercise for one week. The vast majority of patients have very satisfying results and little discomfort. Few really complain of significant pain during or after the procedure. Patients typically describe an aching, burning or pulling sensation. |
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Once you have decided to proceed with endovenous laser therapy, you will be asked to come to the office to view a video on the procedure, discuss pre-procedure guidelines, discuss consent and sedation if desired, review financial issues with insurance and be measured for new stockings if you need them. This visit usually takes about 30 minutes and any further questions will be answered. |
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You may still require sclerotherapy and/or tiny incisions to remove additional varicose veins after this procedure. We will also do an ultrasound several days after the procedure to check the status of the treated vein.
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