Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) is a non surgical, non scarring varicose vein treatment alternative that does not require general anesthesia or hospitalization, takes less than an hour to perform and provides immediate relief with little to no pain during the procedure. Laser energy is used to target and seal problem veins, which reduces or completely closes the vein, improving appearance and reducing pain and discomfort.
To perform endovenous laser treatment (EVLT), a trained provider will use ultrasound imaging technology to map the veins in your legs and identify problem veins. A local anesthetic will be delivered, followed by the insertion of a thin laser fiber directly into the venous system. Ultrasound is used to guide the laser fiber into position and laser energy is delivered to the target area. This procedure generally takes less than one hour and is performed on an outpatient basis in a doctor’s office. Patients will be encouraged to walk immediately after receiving endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) and will need to wear compression stockings for one week after the procedure. A follow up visit is required approximately one week after treatment to assess progress and determine if touch ups are needed.
The cost of endovenous laser treatment will depend on your geographical location, the number of veins and treatment areas to be included and your EVLT providers individual fees. In some cases this procedure may be covered by medical insurance when required for the relief of painful symptoms often associated with varicose veins.
To find out more about endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) and to determine if this is the right vein treatment option for you, contact a vein specialist in your area to discuss your options.
About Southern California Vein Care Patients in need of a Del Mar varicose veins specialist should look no further than Del Mar Vein Care. Located in San Diego, California, Dr. Zachary Rattner and his team of medical professionals provide patients with the very latest and most effective treatments so that they may overcome varicose veins and spider veins. These can be painful and embarrassing conditions for many people. The cosmetic concerns of spider veins and the pain caused by varicose veins can be tremendous.
This Del Mar varicose veins specialist understands the importance of his work to his patients and works hard to make Del Mar Vein Care the most trusted name in vein care in San Diego. Some of the treatments offered by this Del Mar varicose veins specialist include compression stockings, varicose vein surgery, endovenous laser ablation, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy and radiofrequency occlusion. Sclerotherapy is also available to patients seeking treatment for venous diseases.
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