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 Sclerotherapy and surgery of leg veins
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The precise origin of leg veins is unknown, but reports have shown that heredity, pregnancy, hormonal changes, weight gain or leg injury may influence the occurrence of leg spider veins. Also occupations that require standing are more at risk. Patients with leg veins complain of the unsightly appearance of the veins, and often report heaviness and swelling of the legs and feet. |
Does sclerotherapy work for everyone?
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The majority of sclerotherapy treatments performed result in significant improvement. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that the treatment will be effective in every case. A small percentage of patients who undergo sclerotherapy may have poor to fair results. |
What results will you see and how soon after sclerotherapy
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The result can be immediate, however, it usually takes several weeks of healing to be achieved. Each vein usually requires one to three treatments. The veins disappear over a period of 2 weeks to 3 months. This treatment does not prevent new telangiectasia from developing. |
Laser treatment of leg veins
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Laser is ideal for vessels that are too small, that have failed sclerotherapy, or in patients that have allergic reactions to the sclerosants used in sclerotherapy. Lasers are very effective in treating small veins, but are usually not recommended for the larger blue veins, or in the presence of dark skin. |
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