Laser Treatment

Laser Therapy is a new adjunct that is available. In some situations both spider veins and intermediate sized veins may be successfully treated in a comfortable and cost effective way using laser rather than chemical energy to achieve closure. Lasers with both long and short wave length capability are available. This allows us to treat both superficial and deeper veins. Incidentally, these lasers are also useful for removal of vascular and pigmented spots.
 

EVLT is a quick, minimally invasive laser procedure that can be performed in our office. There is no post operative scarring, as it is only a probe and a slim sheath that enters the vein via a tiny skin nick. The probe is guided into place using ultrasound and the procedure is performed under local anesthetic - similar to that used by dentist - to numb the treatment area. The treatment takes less than an hour. Here's what to expect: 1) Your doctor uses ultrasound to map out your vein. 2) Local anesthetic is applied. 3) A thin laser fiber is inserted through a tiny entry point (usually below the knee). 4) Laser energy is delivered to seal the faulty vein. 5) Your normal day activity is then resumed. In fact, walking immediately after the procedure is encouraged (avoid rigorous activities). The key benefits of EVLT… • Immediate relief from symptoms • No scars • Only a local anesthetic is needed • Can be performed in the doctor's office (no hospitalization needed) • Treatment in less than an hour • Normal activities can be resumed immediately - with little or no pain