What are the complications of endovenous laser treatment (evlt)?

Few and mild: The most common complications are mild, localized tenderness, discomfort and bruising for a few days over the treated vein. Generally compression stockings and anti-inflammatory medicine keep this to a minimum. If the treated vein was very superficial, sometimes a slight skin discoloration over the vein can occur. Dvts are very uncommon and happen in <1% of cases. Skin burns even less.

Endovenous laser: Complication chances are minimal. There a 1% risk of blood clot. There is a small chance of skin numbness as a results of thermal injury to nerves. Small chance of skin pigmentation / discoloration at treatment sites, but this usually resolves. Small chance of vein damage or bleeding. Have a board-certified vein specialist perform your procedure (preferrably a vascular surgeon).