How safe is the VNUS closure procedure?

I just turned 23 years old & I have venous reflux in both of my legs, which has been causing me great discomfort. I have to have the VNUS closure procedure performed within the next month or so. How safe/effective is the treatment? Complications? Pain during procedure?

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More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jan 03, 2018

VNUS closure procedure is very safe and effective. The most common complication is bruising. There is a 1 in a thousand chance of DVT or blood clot reported in the literature but in my hands it's probably one in ten thousand, there is also an uncommon possibility of numbness in the treated area. The procedure should not be painful, most there may be a mild discomfort from the needle stick to numb the area.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

VNUS closure procedure is very safe and effective. The most common complication is bruising. There is a 1 in a thousand chance of DVT or blood clot reported in the literature but in my hands it's probably one in ten thousand, there is also an uncommon possibility of numbness in the treated area. The procedure should not be painful, most there may be a mild discomfort from the needle stick to numb the area.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Finesse Surgical Solutions

Published on Jan 29, 2014

The RF closure procedure is very effective. Successful closure is seen in 95% of cases. It is very safe and has a low complication rate in experienced hands. There is minimal pain during the procedure using local anesthesia, although patients are typically sore afterwards for 1-2 weeks. Complications are rare and include bruising, swelling, infection, nerve injury or numbness, and injury to the venous junction.

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Answered by Finesse Surgical Solutions

The RF closure procedure is very effective. Successful closure is seen in 95% of cases. It is very safe and has a low complication rate in experienced hands. There is minimal pain during the procedure using local anesthesia, although patients are typically sore afterwards for 1-2 weeks. Complications are rare and include bruising, swelling, infection, nerve injury or numbness, and injury to the venous junction.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Michael F. Gioscia, MD, FACS, ABVLM

Published on Jan 25, 2014

You must feel comfortable with the physician who recommended the
procedures. He or she should have educated you about the entire process, including diagnosis, treatment options, and specifics of the recommended procedure (VNUS). If you are not satisfied and confident in what you are told, get a second opinion.

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Answered by Michael F. Gioscia, MD, FACS, ABVLM

You must feel comfortable with the physician who recommended the
procedures. He or she should have educated you about the entire process, including diagnosis, treatment options, and specifics of the recommended procedure (VNUS). If you are not satisfied and confident in what you are told, get a second opinion.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Center of Orange County

Published on Jan 13, 2014

VNUS closure is extremely safe and effective for treating saphenous veins, and complications are rare when performed by an experienced doctor. The pain during the procedure is minimal.

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Answered by Vein Center of Orange County

VNUS closure is extremely safe and effective for treating saphenous veins, and complications are rare when performed by an experienced doctor. The pain during the procedure is minimal.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jan 08, 2014

The VNUS closure procedure is very safe and effective.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

The VNUS closure procedure is very safe and effective.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Jan 08, 2014

I can say that our office, which preforms 18-20 procedures a week, has not had any complications. From our point of view, the VNUS closure procedure is very safe.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

I can say that our office, which preforms 18-20 procedures a week, has not had any complications. From our point of view, the VNUS closure procedure is very safe.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jan 08, 2014

VNUS closure is a very safe and effective procedure with a very low complication rate. It is done under local and tumescent anesthesia, usually in the office, and should take less than one hour. Most people return to normal routine activities within 5 days or less. You should speak with your surgeon to go over any potential complications (which are few).

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

VNUS closure is a very safe and effective procedure with a very low complication rate. It is done under local and tumescent anesthesia, usually in the office, and should take less than one hour. Most people return to normal routine activities within 5 days or less. You should speak with your surgeon to go over any potential complications (which are few).

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

Published on Jan 08, 2014

The VNUS closure procedure is vary safe if performed by skilled vein specialist. When choosing who to perform the procedure, be sure to find someone who is accredited by the American College of Phlebology.

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Answered by Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

The VNUS closure procedure is vary safe if performed by skilled vein specialist. When choosing who to perform the procedure, be sure to find someone who is accredited by the American College of Phlebology.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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