Varices are abnormally dilated or enlarged veins, particularly on the lower extremities. They are caused by several factors, mainly family predisposition and changes in the normal blood flow patterns due to increased venous pressure, pregnancy, etc.
These dilated veins may appear over time below the knees and also from the inside of the upper thighs, extending down to the ankle, on one or both legs. They may cause a number of symptoms, such as itching, soreness, "tired" or "heavy" legs, etc., which are caused by the abnormal blood flow.
For many years, varices have been treated surgically: patients are admitted to the hospital and the enlarged veins are removed under anesthesia. This type of treatment requires two or more days of hospital stay, plus between seven to ten days of postoperative rest at home. New treatment methods use lasers and other specialized devices to cauterize the veins —these modalities also require hospitalization but they may be used in an office setting.
Another type of office treatment for varices is "Segmental", "Ambulatory" or "Micro Phlebectomy" based on microsurgical techniques applied under local anesthesia. In other words, most varices can be treated at the office under local anesthesia, in one to three sessions. Patients can go home after each treatment and usually resume their normal activities in a day or two.
39 years old female patient with a large dilated vein on her right lower thigh. The picture on the right shows the results one month after the last of three treatments. This patient also required two sclerotherapy treatments for three smaller veins on the internal side of her right knee.
64 years old female patient with large dilated leg veins, who before treatment complained of frequent pain and itching with "tired and heavy sensation" on her left lower leg. After three microsurgical treatments over a period of two months, her symptoms resolved completely.
Do these treatments hurt?...
Pain and discomfort during and after treatments are minimal; procedures are done at our office under local anesthesia, which allows for a quick recovery. Patients may return to their normal activities in one to three days.
Are there any complications with these treatments?...
There may be some minor bruising on the treated areas, but as with any other bruises, they fade away in a few days. Once the veins are removed, a compressive bandage helps with the healing and a some soreness that may occur for a few hours.
Our doctors have a great deal of experience and they have treated many patients for over fifteen years without any undesired results, due to their excellent skills and their use of state-of-the-art medical devices and supplies, including magnification during delicate treatments.
All of our patients are offered a free first consultation, during which an experienced physician will answer all questions regarding any of our treatments.
How much do Varices treatments Cost?...
Treatment Fees for Varices are: $380 - $640 per session,
depending on location, size and treatment modalities used.
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