Types of Varicose Vein Treatments
Varicose veins are one of the most common plights experienced by adults, with one out of every five adults having them at some point in their life.
While veins do not generally lead to significant health issues, they can cause severe discomfort as well as a lack of confidence due to their appearance.
Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins that appear underneath the skin. While varicose veins can appear anywhere in the body, they are usually found in the legs. Often, varicose veins can be unsightly and even painful.
There are several ways to treat varicose veins, such as the use of a vein laser. If you are local, it’s essential to choose a vein clinic in Frisco, Texas backed with experience and hundreds of happy clients.
The three types of Varicose Vein Procedures
Varicose Vein Radio Frequency (RF) Ablation Venefit™ Procedure
The Venefit™ procedure, formerly Closure Procedure™, is a minimally invasive catheter-based treatment option that uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to effectively treat patients suffering from varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). This procedure is similar to laser but with lesser side effects or complications.
Dr. Giraldo guides and places the ClosureFast™ catheter into the diseased vein to provide targeted heat to contract the collagen in the vein walls, causing the vein to shrink and seal closed. Once the diseased vein is closed, blood will reroute itself to other healthy veins known as collateral veins.
Varicose Vein Endovous Laser Ablation (EVLT)
EndoVenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) is the use of targeted laser energy to safely and gently eliminate the veins causing varicose veins. At Medilaser Vein Surgery Center, it is performed using our advanced laser technology offering a focused light wavelength targeting intracellular water of the vein wall. This targeted approach allows the reliable and accurate treatment of large varicose veins while avoiding much of the pain and bruising typically associated with stripping and older laser therapies.
Varicose Vein Removal Surgical - Microphlebectomy
Microphlebectomy, also known as ambulatory phlebectomy, is the removal of varicose veins in the leg with surgery. Veins are flexible and collapse easily, and even some large veins can be removed through small nicks in the skin. Microphlebectomy is often done to complement endovenous laser ablation and radiofrequency ablation. Microphlebectomy can not only offer symptomatic relief, but also help make you feel more comfortable in the appearance of your legs.
Ultrasound and Vein Mapping
What is a vascular ultrasound?
A vascular ultrasound is a diagnostic tool used to look at your veins. It is a non-invasive way to examine blood circulation within the legs. This procedure does not require any radiation or dyes.
During a vascular ultrasound, sound waves reflect off blood vessels to show blood cells moving within them. This procedure allows the person giving the ultrasound to calculate the speed they are moving at and make sure the arteries are open. This will also help diagnose or find any blood clots.
How long does a vascular ultrasound take?
This is an important procedure to make sure the veins are correctly treated. Thus, it can take anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes to complete. When you come to our vein clinic in Frisco, Texas, we will explain how to prepare for the procedure and how long you can expect it to take.