Close leaking valves: Varicose veins are a result of malfunctioning valves usually in the saphenous system. The first step in treatment would be to obtain a venous reflux ultrasound to make the diagnosis and help plan treatment which could be laser or radiofreqency closure of the valves usually with microphlebectomies and possible sclerotherapy or ultrasound directed sclerotherapy. You should see a vein specialist.
Answered 5/30/2014
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Vein Treatments: Spider veins of legs are usually treated with sclerotherapy. Evlt is a minimally-invasive alternative to stripping, used to treat saphenous vein reflux [ found on ultrasound] that leads to varicose vein problems. Surface varicose veins are also treated with sclerotherapy or phlebectomy.
Answered 9/28/2014
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Varicose vein: the treatment of varicose veins will depend upon the source of the varicose vein. A venous duplex ultrasound would reveal the possible presence of valvular dysfunction. If there is valvular dysfunction then a thermal ablation procedure would be of benefit. If there is no evidence of valvular dysfunction then sclerotherapy would be a reasonably good option.
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