Varicose Veins Treatment (Get Rid of Those Blue Veins)

· Those in Bangkok who need veins treatment.
· Those with bulging and twisted veins.
· Those with blue or purple bloated veins.
· Those who wish to reduce the pain or discomfort that the bulging veins caused.
· Those who wish to have aesthetically-pleasing legs.

Have you ever seen those unattractive, bulging or twisted veins; usually in blue or purple in color? They are known as varicose veins and are often located around the legs, but may also develop at other parts of the body. A varicose vein is unhealthy to the circulatory system and its destruction has no undesirable effects on the body. Since varicose veins can be painful and aesthetically displeasing, some choose to undergo a treatment to reduce discomfort or address complications like leg ulcers or swelling. But others simply wish to get rid of the unpleasant looking varicose veins. Home treatments such as wearing compression stockings or elevating the legs while sitting or sleeping are possible but may not work for all people. Our affiliated clinic offers various effective varicose vein treatments.

· Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
It is the least invasive procedure that is generally used to treat large varicose veins in the legs. The entire procedure usually takes 30 mins to 1 hour to complete.

· Radiofrequency Ablation of Varicose Veins (VENUS)
This technique uses radiofrequency energy (instead of laser energy) to heat up and damage the wall inside a vein. This usually closes off a varicose vein in the leg.

· Sclerotherapy Surgery
Sclerotherapy involves an injection of a salt solution directly into the vein. The solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to collapse and stick together and the blood to clot. The vessel will turn into scar tissue that fades from view over time. Sclerotherapy can be divided into 3 types - Direct injection, ultrasound-guided or catheter-guided Sclerotherapy.
It is a procedure that is done to remove spider veins and smaller varicose veins.

EVLA Procedure
1. Local anesthesia is administered.
2. A laser fiber will be inserted through the skin and straight into the vein.
3. The insertion is guided by ultrasound until it reaches the incompetent segment.
4. The laser fiber is withdrawn gradually as laser light is delivered into the vein walls.
5. Fibrous tissue is produced and results in irreversible occlusion and disappearance of the veins.

Radiofrequency Ablation of Varicose Veins (VENUS) Procedure
1. Consultation and examination
2. Marking the area to be treated
3. Radiofrequency energy used to heat up the wall inside vein
4. Formation of scar tissues
5. Veins closed

Sclerotherapy Surgery Procedure
1. Consultation and examination of veins
2. Determination of the spider veins and no other veins problem
3. Local anesthesia may be given
4. Direct injection of the solution to the small veins

<Advantages>
· Short operation time
· Low possibility of developing stasis ulcer
· Restores effective circulation; Treats varicose veins

<Limitations>
· Minor potential risks such as bruising and regrowth of veins
· 2-5 days of mild itching

<Advantages>
· Effective for large veins
· Simple Procedure

<Limitations>
· Compression stocking should be worn after the treatment for more than a week
· Temporary skin burns may be felt

<Advantages>
· Reduces unsightly varicose veins, reticular veins or spider veins
· Simple procedure
· No hospitalization required

<Limitations>
· Not effective for large veins
· Stockings or compression bandages must be worn for a short while during post sclerotherapy

Q1: Will I be put to sleep during the treatment?
A1: No. You will usually be given a local anaesthesia. This means you will be awake but you will not feel the pain.

Q2: Will it hurt once the anaesthesia wears off?
A2: You may feel a bit of discomfort in the beginning but it will soon fade. Some may experience a tingling or pulling sensation inside the thighs but will not last more than 1 week. You can be prescribed a pain relief medication to help ease the pain.

Q3: What medicine or substance is used for the direct injection?
A3: The medicine used is Aethoxysklerol.

[Clinic Name] Yanhee Hospital
[Location] Bangkok, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Walking distance to shopping places, FamilyMart, Horse Riding place, Futsal Court and 1 min walk to bus station (Bang Phlat).
[Clinic Opening Time] Open 24 hours