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 LUMEN Laser Center
Advanced Vein and Skin Health Finding a vein clinic in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania is simple with Dr. Andrew Kwak, MD offering his services at the Lumen Laser Center. Dr. Kwak offers year of experience and education in the field of venous health care. This Bryn Mawr varicose veins treatment facility offers the latest laser and vein care technology meant to get you back on your fee in minimal time. In fact, this Pennsylvania vein doctor offers a number of treatment options for those seeking to remove unsightly and painful spider veins or varicose veins. Dr. Andrew Kwak is always looking for even newer ways to use minimally invasive surgical techniques which minimize down time and discomfort. The vein care industry has been revolutionized over the years and is currently one of the least invasive medical fields, offering excellent care with minimal recovery.
At his Bryn Mawr varicose veins treatment clinic, Dr. Kwak offers sclerotherapy, endovenous laser therapy, or simply laser spider vein removal, and a number of other ambulatory focused medical procedures meant to help those with a cardiovascular emergency. Furthermore, the Lumen Laser Center offers a number of other cosmetic skin care procedures meant to get you at your most confident. So whether it is spider veins or other cosmetic blemishes, Dr. Kwak can help you to become confident with your appearance at this Bryn Mawr varicose veins treatment center.
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