What is vein Sclerotherapy?

• Injection of medication inside the vein to damage the inner vein wall

• Medication may be injected in liquid form or may combined  with CO2, O2, or air to create a foam

 

Does it work?

• Several treatments (2 to 4) are usually needed

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What is the medication used?

• There are several types of sclerosing medications used

• Each medication has its strengths and weaknesses

• Treatment and medication recommendations are personalized for each patient

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What are potential complications?

• Temporary bruising

• Temporary or permanent vein color changes

• Inflammation of vein after closure (thrombophlebitis)

• Allergic reaction to the medication

• Medication effects on deeper veins

• Movement of air to or beyond the lungs (foam sclerotherapy)

 

What is the recovery period?

• Same day recovery

• Daily compression therapy is recommended during the recovery period

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Liquid Sclerotherapy

Foam

 Sclerotherapy

 Foam

Injection

 Liquid

Injection