Sclerotherapy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PA)

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.

The Penn IR Laser Program at the University of Pennsylvania Department of Interventional Radiology provides Philadelphia vein clinic treatments to patients suffering from venous conditions such as varicose veins and spider veins. Patients are provided treatment from one of the many highly trained, experienced and skilled medical professionals on staff. This Philadelphia vein clinic offers several treatments to patients suffering from venous conditions. Patients are encouraged to speak with a medical professional regarding treatments before making a final decision as to which treatment is right for them.

Among the treatments available at this Philadelphia vein clinic are compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, foam sclerotherapy, laser and light therapy, microphlebectomy, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy and varicose vein surgery. Others are also available and patients are encouraged to speak with a medical professional on staff for a complete list of available treatments. All procedures are performed using advanced and effective medical equipment and technology.