VARICOSE VEINS

Rediscover the joy of healthy legs

If you or a loved one suffers from varicose veins, VIE’s outpatient procedures can help. Left untreated, varicose veins can cause pain, mobility issues, and even ulcers. Our team offers comprehensive evaluation and treatment to relieve discomfort and help you enjoy life to the fullest.

Definition

What are varicose veins?

Varicose veins are a common medical condition affecting approximately 1 in 4 American adults. These enlarged, twisted, and bulging veins result from malfunctioning valves, causing improper blood flow, pooling, and increased pressure within the veins. While often visible, varicose veins can also occur beneath the skin’s surface. VIE offers quick, safe, and non-surgical treatments to address this issue and improve quality of life effectively.

Risk Factors

Family history
Age (over 30)
Gender (female)
Prolonged sitting or standing
Pregnancy
Obesity
Smoking
Deep Vein Thrombosis

Symptoms

Leg pain, aching, and throbbing
Burning or itching sensation
Leg heaviness or fatigue
Restless legs
Cramping or swelling
Skin discoloration
Ulcerations (wounds that won’t heal)

Treatment and Benefits

How We Treat Varicose Veins

VIE’s specially trained interventional radiologists perform minimally invasive varicose vein treatments in our outpatient centers. A specialized ultrasound examination identifies the cause of the vein problems and determines the best treatment approach.

Treatment options include:

Conservative management: Compression stockings, daily walking, weight loss, leg elevation, and anti-inflammatories. Venous supplements (diosmin and hesperidin) can relieve symptoms but do not treat the underlying issue.
Sclerotherapy: A chemical solution (sclerosant) is injected into the varicose veins, irritating the vein’s lining and causing it to close. Blood is rerouted through healthy veins, and treated veins begin to disappear within weeks.
Thermal Ablation: After administering local anesthesia, a tiny catheter is inserted into the vein, delivering radiofrequency energy to heat and close the vein wall. Blood is then rerouted through healthy veins.
Medical Adhesives (VenaSeal): A medical superglue (cyanoacrylate) is injected into the diseased vein through a small, ultrasound-guided catheter, sealing the vein shut with minimal anesthesia.
Microphlebectomy: After local anesthesia, special tools are inserted through small incisions to disrupt and remove small segments of varicose veins.

VIE’s highly effective, non-surgical varicose vein treatments relieve pain and restore mobility, allowing you to enjoy healthier-looking and feeling legs again.

Am I a candidate for treatment?

If you experience varicose vein symptoms, seeking medical treatment is important. Our doctors will provide definitive treatment recommendations based on a comprehensive review of your symptoms, exams, and imaging. Schedule an appointment to evaluate your symptoms and determine the right treatment plan for you.

What to Expect

Our team will assess your condition during your consultation and develop a personalized treatment plan. On the day of your procedure, you’ll receive local anesthesia and undergo treatment in our state-of-the-art outpatient facility. Our team will provide detailed post-procedure care instructions and follow-up to ensure optimal recovery and results.

At VIE Medical Clinic, we are committed to providing the most advanced, minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins. Contact us today to learn how we can help you rediscover the joy of healthy, pain-free legs.

REFERENCES

Piazza, G. (2014). Varicose veins. Circulation, 130(7), 582–587. https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.113.008331