Women and men looking for an effective treatment for varicose veins that does not include surgery or scarring may want to consider endovenous laser ablation, an advanced vein therapy that is highly effective in most cases. Endovenous laser ablation is virtually pain free and can be performed in less than an hour and without hospitalization. In this minimally invasive procedure, laser energy is used to seal faulty veins, which results in a reduction or complete closure of the vein.
A trained professional administers endovenous laser ablation to patients in a doctor office setting as an outpatient procedure. Ultrasound imaging is used to map the veins of the legs, as well as to direct the insertion and placement of a laser fiber that is used to deliver the laser energy to targeted veins. Once the provider identifies the faulty veins, a local anesthetic will be administered to ensure patient comfort prior to beginning the procedure. This treatment most often is performed in under an hour and recipients can return to regular activities, except strenuous exercise, right after the procedure. Compression stockings should be worn for one week to ensure proper healing and a follow up visit will be scheduled approximately one week after the initial treatment.
Geographical location, practitioner fees and the number of veins to be treated influence the cost of receiving endovenous laser ablation. If the endovenous laser ablation procedure is considered medically necessary in order to alleviate the pain that is often associated with varicose veins, this treatment will likely be covered by medical insurance.
Contacting a vein specialist in your area is the best way to learn more about endovenous laser ablation and to determine if this is the best option for you.
About Colorado Center for PhotomedicineDr. David Verebelyi of Colorado Center for Photomedicine has helped patients throughout Denver, Colorado overcome Denver varicose veins and spider veins in a safe environment. Patients who are interested in receiving treatment at this facility should speak with Dr. Verebelyi to discuss their condition as well as treatment options. A variety of treatments are available to help ensure that patients have a variety of options when seeking treatment for Denver varicose veins at this facility.
Among the Denver varicose veins treatments available at this clinic include ambulatory phlebectomy, compression stockings, ELVeS, endovenous laser ablation, microphlebectomy, sclerotherapy and venous reflux exams. For more information about these and other treatments, patients are encouraged to seek consultation with Dr. Verebelyi. Each medical professional on staff is highly trained and committed to helping patients overcome their varicose veins and spider veins in a safe environment using only proven and cutting edge equipment and medical technology.
