varicose veins are enlarged and twisted and they can cause discomfort while standing or sitting in the same posture for long hours. Occupationally it is seen in people who stand for too long. Varicose veins are insidious in development however if left untreated can result in life threatening complications. If you are experiencing pain in your legs? It could be the sign of a varicose veins problem. Traditionally, the vein stripping method was used for treatment of varicose vein which in now being rapidly replaced by the availability of LASER treatment options as it leaves no visible cuts, stitches, or scars after the procedure.
LASER TREATMENT FOR VARICOSE VEINS:
PROCEDURE NAME HOSPITALIZATION (IN DAYS)
EVLA (Varicose Veins) Not needed
SURGERY DURATION ANAESTHESIA
30 – 40 minutes Local Anaesthesia
Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVA) or EVLT or Endovenous laser treatment is a procedure that uses laser energy to treat varicose veins under local anaesthesia. This can be done as an outpatient procedure which can take around 30 minutes and the patient can be discharged on the same day.
Using an USG machine, the abnormal varicose veins in the legs are mapped and highlighted. A local aesthetic is injected around the veins before the start of the procedure to ensure that the veins are sufficiently insulated from the surrounding tissues. Slight tingling or pressure around the area of LASER application is normal. the procedure is quite tolerable. Under ultrasound guidance, LASER fiber is passed into the vein and once it is switched on, the fiber is pulled back slowly as it destroys the abnormal veins. Once the procedure is complete, the LASER treated area will be wrapped preventively along with medications to numb the pain, kept on observation and sent home the same day.
Get checked and get treated at the earliest. If you are looking for professional medical help, look no further. Book an appointment with our doctors at OneHealth hospital to know more and to discuss your treatment options. Be sure to talk with our healthcare providers about any concerns regarding the risks and the post procedural care before your LASER procedure. Declare any underlying medical conditions and existing pre-conditions as laser treatment option for varicosities is not for all. Make an informed decision after a consult with our experts on the cost of laser treatment for varicose veins and help yourself to get back on track in life.
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