Laser Treatment (also called Endovenous Laser Ablation) is the first preference treatment for varicose veins in most patients. Laser Vein Treatment gets the best possible cosmetic results because it has no need for the large incisions required for vein stripping. Recovery is quicker because it is less invasive. Bruising is less, and most patients can return to office work after 3 days.
The modern treatment alternative for varicose veins:
The procedure is performed with the patient awake. Mild sedation may be given. The leg is prepped with antiseptic and surgically draped. A sheath (fine tube) is placed in the vein with the aid of ultrasound. The laser fibre is then introduced into the vein and carefully positioned. Laser Treatment of the vein is then performed. Pulses of laser energy pass from the tip of the fibre to the vein, causing it to close as the fibre is gradually moved along the vein. When complete the fibre is removed. Smaller vein branches are then treated by Sclerotherapy and Phlebectomy.
