Endovenous laser treatment

Intravenous laser treatment involves the definitive closure of the saphenous vein with the help of the thermal energy produced by the laser fiber.

Laser intravenous thermal ablation is performed using a laser fiber that is inserted into the saphenous vein through a catheter. The laser energy is distributed to the blood and the venous wall as the catheter is withdrawn along the treated vein. This closes the vein permanently through heat.

The technique is performed under ultrasound control, the Doppler ultrasound being the only and the most precise means by which you can see exactly what happens before, during the intervention and immediately postoperatively when the effect of complete closure of the treated vein will be ascertained. Thus, the intervention is fast and safe for the patient. Also with ultrasound help, the infiltration around the vein of a solution with a thermally insulating and anesthetic role will be performed. The intervention can be performed with mild sedation, depending on each patient.

Advantages of laser thermal ablation:

• Minimally invasive procedure
• No hospitalization is required (patient may leave the same day)
• Minimal postoperative discomfort
• Fast recovery
• Exceptional long-term aesthetic and functional results

Disadvantages of laser thermal ablation:

• Bruising may appear in the treated area, which gives in after local administration of heparin ointments
• Pain can occur on the trajectory of the treated vein and gives in under treatment
• In rare cases, localized phlebitis may occur, which gives in also  under specific treatment

N.B. The general recommendations will be followed after the varicose vein cure!