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explanation
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are the large ropey veins seen
in the legs and spider veins are smaller red
or blue lines. A vein becomes varicose when
the valves in its wall malfunction and fail
to help bring blood back to the heart. Veins
are thinner and much weaker than arteries,
and they may enlarge in response to pressure
or, more commonly, or as a result of a genetic
predisposition. Untreated varicose veins only
worsen: the increased pressure in enlarged
veins results in further enlargement.
What are spider veins?
Spider veins are the thread-like
veins seen on the surface of the skin. They
are usually less painful than varicosities,
but without treatment may bleed or worsen.
Although most commonly seen in the legs,
spider veins may be present on the face
and other parts of the body. These spider
veins, medically referred to as telangectasias,
do not become bulging varicose veins, but
may progress locally and become a cosmetic
problem. Ironically, because they are on
the surface of the skin, small veins may
take longer
to heal (disappear) then large veins.
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 our
procedures
EndoVenous Laser Treatment
EVLT eliminates unsightly varicose veins
with no hospital stay, no scarring and no
lengthy recovery or side effects. In less
than an hour you can be free from bulging,
twisted varicose veins and back to enjoying
your everyday activities. EVLT is safe,
fast, and effective. With EVLT you can show
off your legs again. EVLT uses targeted
laser energy to seal the vein shut and help
you look and feel better fast.
Treatment in less than an hour.
Will be performed in our office
Up to 98% success rate.
Immediate relief of symptoms.
Return to normal activity immediately –
with little or no pain.
No general anesthesia or hospitalization.
No scars.
EVLT® Treamment for Varicose Veins
Microphlebectomy
This procedure is a minimally-invasive method
for removing varicose veins. The procedure
requires only local anesthesia without hospitalization.
Using special instruments, the veins are gently
removed through tiny skin openings about the
size of a pinhead. Unlike vein stripping,
no stitches are needed and virtually no scarring
occurs. The results are quick and cosmetically
pleasing. There is relatively no downtime
and discomfort is minimal.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy of spider veins is a relatively
simple procedure that requires no anesthesia,
so it will be performed in an outpatient setting,
most likely your doctor's office. A typical
sclerotherapy session is relatively quick,
lasting only about 15 to 45 minutes. Your
doctor or nurse will begin injecting the sclerosing
agent into the affected veins. Bright, indirect
light and magnification help ensure that the
process is completed with maximum precision.
During the procedure, you may listen to music,
read, or just talk to your practitioner.
Patients are pleased with the difference
sclerotherapy makes. The skin of your legs
will appear younger, clearer and more healthy-looking.
Often, patients are surprised at the dramatic
difference in appearance between a treated
leg and an untreated one.
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