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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 The laser is then turned on, and as it is slowly withdrawn, the laser energy seals the vein shut.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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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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