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Varicose Veins Treatment
Diagnosis, Surgery, and Recovery of Varicose Veins
Is your leg painful and bulging? These symptoms are often signs of varicose veins, a common vascular condition. We offer advanced and minimally invasive treatment for the condition at Krescent Healthcare if you seek timely care and consult our highly experienced vascular surgeon. To effectively resolve the condition and provide long-lasting relief to the patient, we utilise modern laser technology and other surgical techniques.
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What are Varicose Veins?
Usually, varicose veins develop on the legs or feet when they become enlarged, twisted, or swollen. They are located just beneath the surface of the skin and are commonly caused by defects in the valves within the veins that allow blood to flow in the wrong direction, often appearing in blue or dark purple.
Symptoms of varicose veins in the early stages can include spider veins, leg pain, etc., or they can remain symptomatic for a long time. Varicose veins are usually caused by venous insufficiency, which progresses in stages. Varicose vein stages include:
Stage 1: Spider Veins-When the capillaries become compressed due to an underlying condition, spider veins form. Spider veins are dilated capillaries that resemble webs on the affected area.
Stage 2: Varicose Veins- The superficial veins are affected by these rope-like veins that bulge out from the pooling of blood. They are clearly visible on the outside.
Stage 3: Leg Edema- Blood pooling in the veins can cause chronic leg swelling or edema, restless leg syndrome, and severe cramps.
Stage 4: Skin Changes- As blood leaks from superficial veins into skin tissues, skin discoloration and thin and brown spots will appear.
Stage 5: Leg Ulcers- Leaving untreated, skin ulcers will form, causing immense pain and itching and requiring constant monitoring and care.
Treatment
Varicose veins can be treated with self-care measures, compression stockings, non-invasive treatments, and surgery.
Surgical treatment options
1. During vein stripping and ligation, the malfunctioning vein is tied off and removed completely from the body.
2. During a phlebectomy, also known as ambulatory phlebectomy or microphlebectomy, small pictures are made in the skin through which malfunctioning veins are removed.
Non-Surgical treatment options
1. Exercise, weight management, leg elevation, etc., are lifestyle modifications.
2. A conservative approach to improving blood circulation is to wear compression stockings.
3. In sclerotherapy, a solution is injected into varicose veins to close them.
4. In endovenous chemical ablation, a sclerosing agent is injected into the damaged or affected vein to close it.
5. The laser treatment, also performed endovenously, is an effective way to treat smaller varicose veins. It involves directing laser energy to the affected veins to close them.
6. During radiofrequency ablation, the affected veins are collapsed and sealed off using heat energy emitted by radio waves.
After evaluating the severity and severity of a patient's varicose veins, a doctor decides which treatment option is most appropriate.
Varicose Veins Diagnosis
Vascular surgeons typically diagnose varicose veins through a physical examination of the legs. They look for swelling, pooling of blood, bulging veins, and other symptoms.
A detailed medical and family history of the patient will be collected in order to determine if the patient has a high risk of developing varicose veins.
Prior to making a definitive diagnosis, the physician may suggest a Doppler ultrasound examination for varicose veins. This procedure utilizes high-frequency sound waves to evaluate the structure and function of the venous system. By doing so, it can pinpoint which vein is experiencing issues and the extent of those issues. The test produces precise visuals of the affected vein and its blood flow through the valve. If an underlying condition is found during the ultrasound, further imaging tests like computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging may be recommended.
Laser Treatment
Laser ablation therapy, also known as endovenous laser ablation therapy, is one of the most popular methods of treating varicose veins. By using laser energy, it is possible to close malfunctioning or damaged veins without affecting other healthy veins in a minimally invasive catheter-based procedure. Varicose veins can usually be treated with laser energy, whether they are small or large.
A local anaesthesia or sedative medication is used to numb the affected area during the procedure, which takes between 30 and 60 minutes depending on the size and number of veins. To insert the catheter into the targeted vein, a small puncture or incision is made below the knee or near the ankle following an ultrasound.
After the laser is activated, it is slowly drawn out. The heat energy emitted by the laser carefully ablates and seals the varicose vein. The blood flow is then redirected to healthier veins, and gradually varicose veins will disappear.
Benefits and Preparation of Treatment
Benefits of Laser Treatment
The following are some of the key benefits of laser treatment for varicose veins:
Quick Recovery:
Within a week of the procedure, most individuals are able to resume most activities.
Minimally Invasive:
In comparison to traditional surgical methods, this technique is less invasive, results in less scarring, and requires less recovery time.
High Success Rate:
As well as reducing the appearance of varicose veins and alleviating associated symptoms, such as pain, swelling, and heaviness in the legs, laser treatment for varicose veins is highly effective.
Outpatient Procedure:
Most laser treatments are performed outpatiently, allowing patients to return home the same day.
Preparation Before Treatment
The first step towards laser treatment is to schedule a consultation with a vein specialist. The specialist will determine the patient's suitability for the procedure and provide some basic instructions, such as:
1. Before the procedure, the patient can eat a light breakfast.
2. Use antibacterial soap before the surgery.
3. Get the necessary tests done so the doctor can determine how the condition is progressing.
4. Prior to the procedure, you should discontinue blood thinning medications.
5. Consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medications.
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