Large, bulging veins close to the skin's surface are often found in the lower legs and feet and are called varicose. Because we walk, stand and run on our feet, veins in our lower legs and feet receive quite a bit of blood pressure.
Varicose veins can be more than a cosmetic concern since they impede blood flow and hinder the return of oxygen-depleted blood from the lower legs and back to the heart and lungs. The usual cause for this is damaged valves within the veins that allow backward blood flow and pooling of blood resulting in enlarged veins. Untreated veins can lead to serious medical conditions with associated pain, inflammation and discoloration.
Ambulatory phlebectomy—small incisions or needle punctures are used to extract the problematic veins with a phlebectomy hook. A hook is inserted into a micro-incision in the leg. A section of the vein is hooked and then removed through the incision. With this procedure, a compression bandage is worn for two weeks. This minimizes swelling and discomfort and allows for proper healing.
About South Bend Vein CenterLooking for South Bend varicose veins treatment options in your area? Indiana patients of South Bend and beyond are treated at Vein Centers for Excellence of Northern Indiana where Dr. John Oren, MD integrates his passion for vascular wellness with minimally invasive treatment options, each with their own unique function. Patients facing spider veins and varicose veins are encouraged to seek treatment early, as untreated venous dysfunction may worsen over time and become more complex to treat.
At this South Bend varicose veins treatment facility, laser-assisted treatments are offered, injection-based treatments, and procedures such as varicose vein surgery which assist with more complicated vascular dysfunction. Endovenous laser ablation treatments are offered to patients suffering from varicose veins, which are treated with a needle-thin laser fiber without the need for incisions. Sclerotherapy is offered in a variety of forms including sclerofoam or foam sclerotherapy, and ultrasound guided treatments as well.
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| Compression Stockings in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
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| Laser & Light Therapy in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
| Sclerotherapy in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
| Ultrasound Guided Sclerofoam in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
| Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
| Varicose Vein Surgery in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
| Venous Reflux Exams in South Bend, Indiana (IN) |
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