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ENDOVENOUS
LASER
Although
the laser has been around for a number of years now, it has
only recently been applied to the treatment
of larger varicose veins. Varicose Vein Surgeons has one
of the most state-of-the-art lasers now available, the D940nm
Dornier
diode laser.
 The endovenous laser procedure is performed right in the
office. After local anesthesia is given to a small area
on the leg, the tiny laser fiber is guided up into the
varicose vein. The laser is then turned on, and as it is
slowly withdrawn, the laser energy seals the vein shut.
Sclerotherapy injections may be then done on the remaining
varicose veins. The patient is usually back to near normal
activities the next day. Support hose are worn for a couple
of weeks on the calf.
Dornier D940 Diode Laser System
The FDA-cleared laser ablation of the greater saphenous
vein procedure may sound complicated but it's actually
a very quick, one-time, minimally invasive therapy, which
causes little or no side effects and has shown to be highly
effective in eliminating varicose veins.
During the 45-minute procedure, the involved area of your
leg is anesthetized and a thin laser fiber is placed into
the affected vein. Your physician will then deliver laser
energy via the fiber to damage and eventually eliminate
the vein. This relieves the varicose leg pain as well.
Once the laser energy has been applied, the fiber is removed
and a compression bandage is put on your leg. Walking immediately
following the procedure is encouraged, and normal activities
can be immediately resumed.
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Video of the Dornier D940 Laser
Getting Rid of Spider Veins
The D940 laser system produces the highly
unique 940 nm wavelength, which safely passes through the
skin and is
selectively absorbed by the targeted blood vessel. The
vein will gradually disappear, leaving the skin intact.
Men, women and even children, including light
and dark-pigmented individuals, can be successfully treated.
Your skin is
cooled with ice or a cold compress (in some cases a topical
anesthesia) to minimize the mild heat sensation. The length
and number of procedures vary, depending on your particular
circumstance, but usually last between 15 and 30 minutes
each and are normally done in one, two or three appointments.
Side effects are uncommon and usually minimal. Patients
often experience a slight redness following treatment,
but this goes away within a few days. Your doctor will
clearly explain what to expect and provide detailed instructions
for you following treatment.
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