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You will be at the office for about 2 hours - The procedure takes about 30 min
- The rest of the time involves checking in, prepping, imaging,bandaging
- A relaxing medication is prescribed the day before by our office.Take it as prescribed
- Shower and shave the operative leg the night before
- Do not use lotions, creams.
- You will need a ride to and from the office ; if you decide not to take any sedatives for the procedure, you may drive yourself
- Bring your bandages/compression stockings
- Take all your medications.
WWWhat to expect on the day of your vein procedure
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Vein procedures are performed under strict sterile conditions and under Ultrasound guidance
Varicose veins
(insurance covered )
- RFA ablation
- Laser ablation
- Phlebectomy
Spider veins
(not covered by insurance)
- Laser cosmetic sclerotherapy
- Chemical sclerotherapy
- Ultrasound imaging is locating the vein and the desired position of the catheter tip to begin the treatment
- Local anesthesia is given at the point of entry into the vein, felt as a bee sting and burning sensation.
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The catheter is inserted into the vein and advanced under Ultrasound guidance to the uppermost segment of the vein- the groin or behind the knee, depending which vein is treated
Diluted anesthetic fluid is injected into the area surrounding the vein
This numbs the leg providing a layer of protection outside the vein
- The catheter delivers heat (RFA) or bursts of energy (laser) to the vein wall, shrinking and collapsing the vein
- RFA and Laser ablations follow the same technique, using different types of catheters. Choosing one technique over another depends on your vein anatomy, size, tortuosity. Both techniques end in the same results.