Whether you have suffered from varicose veins for years or are just curious about the latest treatment options available, there are many options for treatment available today. These include ultrasound, endovenous thermal ablation, Venous duplex, and radiofrequency ablation. The procedures are highly effective and generally involve minimal to no downtime.
Ultrasound
If you suspect you have varicose veins, the first step is to visit a doctor. Modern Vascular New Mexico will conduct an ultrasound and a complete evaluation of your condition. Senior citizens and people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or obesity are at increased risk for varicose veins. In addition, people of Native and African American ethnic backgrounds are at greater risk for varicose veins than people without those risk factors.
Endovenous Thermal Ablation
Endovenous thermal ablation is less invasive than traditional surgery, with fewer risks. However, the procedure may result in swelling and pain at the ablation site. Some patients may also experience blood clots in the treated veins or nerve irritation. Several precautions are taken to minimize these risks, but they may still occur.
Varicose veins are incredibly uncomfortable and can even contribute to other health issues. They can affect the ability of the blood to flow correctly through the legs and can cause symptoms of discomfort, swelling, ulceration, and eczema. In addition, they can be caused by heredity or a lack of exercise. Fortunately, endovenous laser treatments are effective in eliminating these conditions.
Venous Duplex
Before you can decide on the proper treatment for your varicose veins, you must understand the history of the vein disease you have. This is so you can choose a treatment method that best meets your needs. Vascular surgeons use minimally invasive techniques to remove varicose veins. These procedures are generally painless and require only a pinprick. After the process, the diseased veins shrink and disappear into the surrounding tissue.
Surgical treatment of varicose veins has made huge strides since the advent of endovenous thermal ablation in the 1990s. This new technique replaces open surgery and catheter-based radiofrequency ablation. After that, endovenous surgery became the norm. The catheters were introduced under ultrasound and passed proximally, eliminating the need for open surgery.
Treatment with radiofrequency ablation
Radiofrequency ablation is a non-surgical procedure that uses radio frequency energy to destroy the enlarged veins inside the body. This procedure is similar to endovenous laser ablation and can eliminate the vein, reduce its symptoms, and lower the risk of complications. This procedure is very safe, with virtually no downtime. Patients report improvement in their symptoms almost immediately. Varicose veins are caused by damaged or weak veins that become swollen, misshapen, and visible through the skin. They can cause various health and cosmetic concerns, so they must be treated. Among the different treatments available, radiofrequency ablation is among the most popular.
Insurance coverage
Insurance coverage for varicose veins depends on your specific plan and health condition. Most insurance companies look at your symptoms and physician's exam to determine your medical or cosmetic condition. They may also use a venous ultrasound to help determine the severity of your condition. Many companies also require that you try conservative measures before a procedure is covered. These may include using compression socks, elevating your legs, or taking over-the-counter pain medications.
Fortunately, modern treatments for varicose veins do not require invasive surgery or hospitalization. Most patients can return to work the next day and resume normal activities within a few days. In some cases, they can even return to work within two weeks.
Although most cases of varicose veins are found in older people, they can develop at any age. For example, women are more likely to get varicose veins in their late fifties or early sixties, but people can develop them as early as their teens or 20s. Varicose veins are also common in men, and men develop them earlier in life than before.
