It is a modern, non-surgical treatment method that is resorted to with the aim of beautifying and improving the outward appearance of the legs in cases of varicose veins or small spider veins. Through this procedure, a special chemical solution is injected into the veins, leading to their atrophy and removal. This type of treatment does not require anaesthesia, and the doctor can perform it in his clinic, and a single vein may need to be injected more than once.
Varicose veins treatment with interventional Methods
It is considered one of the best methods of treatment at the present time, where varicose veins are treated with interventional radiology by inserting a thin catheter into the affected vein in which there are deposits and blood accumulations and under the guidance of sound waves. Completely closure and treatment of varicose veins. This procedure is done under the influence of local or general anaesthesia.
We understand that spider veins can be a cosmetic concern for many people, and that is why we offer sclerotherapy treatment as a safe and effective solution to make your legs look and feel better.
After the procedure, the patient may be advised to keep laying down at least 15 minutes to ensure there is no bad reaction to the injected chemicals. Patients can drive themselves back to home and may return to their daily activities including walking.
The duration of sclerotherapy of spider veins varies depending on the size and number of veins being treated. Generally, the procedure takes between 15 to 45 minutes to complete. However, it may take longer if many veins are being treated.
In some cases, multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired results, with each session spaced a few weeks apart. It is important for patients to discuss their individual treatment plan and expected duration with their doctor prior to undergoing the procedure.
Where this type of treatment includes these two methods to heat the blood vessels, which leads to their atrophy, which are best suited for the treatment of small-sized varicose veins without making an opening or incision.
As with all intravenous procedures, patients are recommended to wear compression stockings for at least two to four weeks, as they help push the blood to flow toward the heart. Compression stockings can also reduce swelling and pain in your legs.
This surgical technique is suitable for small and straight veins, as it makes it easier for the laser to pass through them. This process usually takes less than an hour. Its statistics indicate that varicose veins return in less than 5% of cases.
This technique is not suitable for large and tortuous veins, because it is difficult for the laser to pass through them. Also, this technique requires anaesthetic injections along the vein (an anaesthetic in the leg), so the patient can suffer several days of tightness and discomfort after surgery.
Foam sclerotherapy can be used to close large, dilated veins, and this method is considered a modern treatment procedure.
This technique is very suitable for small, enlarged veins, because if it is applied to large veins, it may cause inflammation around the vein and narrowing.The patient does not need pain relievers during the operation.
This technique has a relatively high “relapse” rate of about 30% after two years, compared to the two laser or radiofrequency techniques.
Patients may have brown spots along the course of the vein caused by blood leakage, and these spots remain visible for a few months.
In most cases, scars form and can last up to 6 weeks. The small nerves located next to the enlarged veins can be injured during surgery, causing leg numbness – after the procedure – in about 1 in 5 patients.
This numbness usually goes away after a short period. Enlarged veins return to a third of patients about 10 years after undergoing this type of surgery.