Vein Center

Updated on: August 18, 2014
A vein center is medical facility where doctor's specialize in the care of varicose and spider veins. These unsightly bulging, twisted veins can be seen through your skin, and there are a variety of treatment options available.

Vein Center Screening and Diagnosis

When you go to a vein center, your doctor will examine your legs while you are standing to search for any signs of swelling veins. He or she may ask you if you are experiencing any problems and what they are. Then, your doctor may perform an ultrasound test to see if the valves in your veins are performing adequately or if there are any signs of a blood clot.



Vein Center Treatment Options

• Ultrasound-guided Foam Sclerotherapy and Endovenous Chemical Ablation - this procedure utilizes ultrasound application to direct the exact placement of the injections used to treat large varicose veins. It works by treating the exact location of venous reflux.

• Ambulatory Phlebectomy - is a procedure that removes large surface varicose veins. With this technique, the unhealthy veins are pulled up and skillfully removed through very minute incisions that do not require stitches. This technique is often a more proficient way to treat surface veins than using multiple sclerotherapy treatments.

• Visual Sclerotherapy - this technique is generally used to treat visible spider veins and small varicose veins near the exterior of the skin. A basic sclerosant is injected into the veins, causing them to reduce in size, close off and ultimately fade away. However, 2-5 applications are often needed, but the results are long-lasting.

There are numerous cosmetic surgeons in the your area who are innovative in their vein treatment procedures. If you are experiencing problems with spider and varicose veins you can find a vein treatment center in your area now.

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