Sclerotherapy is a form of treatment for both spider veins and average-sized varicose veins. This treatment uses a chemical injected into the troublesome veins to cause the blood to coagulate, inflamation to set in, and the vein to eventually collapse so that the blood supply is rerouted to healthier veins. One variation of sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy, suspends the chemical in foam to provide greater adhesion to the vein walls.

Depending on the number of veins to be treated, a sclerotherapy session usually takes less than 30 minutes. After the procedure, the treatment site is wrapped in a bandage which applies pressure to control any bleeding and promote healing. Once treated with sclerotherapy, varicose veins do not come back.

Sclerotherapy is done on an outpatient basis and is only mildly painful. Other than the sting of the injection, some patients report some light cramping during the injection of the solution, but this quickly passes. Although all procedures have some risks, sclerotherapy has very few. Light bruising sometimes occurs around the affected area, and some patients have reported that freckling developed temporarily in the treatment area, but these both usually disappear within weeks.

With sclerotherapy, some patients may require several injection sessions for optimal results, but these are scheduled about a month apart. After finishing the treatment, the pain and unsightly appearance of the damaged veins are greatly improved. Patients report significantly smoother skin and little discoloration. Because these results are achieved without hospitalization or general anesthesia, sclerotherapy is a better choice than surgery for many patients. Patients also find recovery time is much shorter with sclerotherapy, and they are usually able to return to work within days.

About Grandview Surgical Associates

Those in the market for a Sun City West varicose veins clinic should look no further than Veincare of Arizona. Located in Sun City West, Arizona, Dr. Mitchell J. Giangobbe, MD and his experienced and skilled staff are on hand to assist those suffering from venous diseases. Many people suffer from embarrassing vein diseases that can hamper one’s social life. Those suffering often feel self-conscious about their condition and seek help to alleviate their suffering. Not only are spider veins and varicose veins unsightly conditions to suffer from, but can also cause great pain to sufferers. An experienced and trusted physician in the field, Dr. Giangobbe is determined to help those in need of his expertise and allow them to find relief from these painful conditions. The Sun City West varicose veins clinic uses the most advanced and effective treatments to assist those in need. This Sun City West varicose veins clinic is committed to safety and success alike and take important steps in ensuring a patient’s well-being during treatment. By using the most up to date treatments, Dr. Giangobbe allows patients to receive the safest and most effective treatments available. Some of the services include compression stockings, sclerotherapy, venous reflux exams, endovenous laser ablation and microphlebectomy.

Additional Information on Procedures performed by Grandview Surgical Associates

Compression Stockings

Endovenous Laser Ablation

Foam Sclerotherapy

Microphlebectomy

Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Sclerofoam

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

Varicose Vein Surgery

Venous Reflux Exams