EVLT - Non-Surgical Varicose Vein Treatment

By: Jan V. Karlin, MD
For:  South West Bulletin Health & Fitness Issue

Varicose veins are not only a just a cosmetic problem. They can cause discomfort and pose significant health threats. Treatment can eliminate aching, throbbing, cramping, swelling and heaviness in the legs. It can also reduce the dangers of non-healing wounds and blood clots posed by varicose veins. The EVLT - endovenous laser therapy - is a safe and simple varicose vein treatment that closes varicose veins without surgery.

With EVLT, a laser is inserted through a needle and then threaded through the length of the varicose vein. As the laser is slowly withdrawn, heat is applied to the vein walls, causing the vein to permanently close and disappear. The body then reroutes the blood to healthier veins. No other tissue in the legs is affected.

Patient satisfaction with endovenous laser therapy has been extremely high at our office. A prominent study published in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology showed better than a 93% success rate after two years. These results are comparable or superior to other methods for treating varicose veins, including surgery, with lower rates of complication and the avoidance of general anesthesia.

After having endovenous laser therapy, you may still have smaller varicose veins and spider veins. Sclerotherapy can be used to treat spider veins and any residual small varicose veins, once the large varicose vein is treated. This laser procedure is covered by most insurance companies. Call 407- 226-0609 today to schedule a complimentary consultation and see if you are a candidate for this new exciting procedure.

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