Endovenous Laser Treatment - EVLT

The primary procedure used for the treatment of varicose veins at Vascular Vein Centers is laser ablation (EVLT). This has been very successful in treating varicose veins caused by reflux from the saphenous veins. The procedure is performed in our clinics and takes about 30 minutes. Local anesthesia is used without the need for sedation. A catheter (small tube) is inserted into the vein (usually above the knee) and a thin laser fiber is placed through the catheter and then pulled back using focused energy to close the problem vein.

The Key Benefits of EVLT:

• No scars
• Only local anesthesia is needed
• Procedure performed as a clinic procedure

The results of laser ablation are equal to, if not better than, surgical removal and there is less discomfort and recovery time. Walking immediately after the procedure is encouraged. Three to five days after the procedure, an ultrasound will be performed to evaluate the treated vein for closure. Recovery time is fast. Strenuous exercise usually can be resumed in a week. Laser treatment of veins is a safe and effective procedure. The blood that would normally flow through these veins is redirected into the deep veins which perform most of the work carrying blood from the leg anyway.

The procedure has been shown to be effective and there are very low recurrence rates with less post-operative discomfort when compared to traditional “vein-stripping”. Most patients are satisfied with their results.

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