Laser coagulation of varicose veins

Varicose veins are a fairly common female disease of the blood vessels. Enlarged veins appear for various reasons. Most often, varicose veins develop because of uncomfortable shoes. It is necessary to fight this problem. And laser coagulation of varicose veins is one of the most effective methods of treatment. This modern technique is completely painless, due to which an increasing number of patients resort to its help.

Advantages and indications for endovasal laser coagulation of veins

Endovasal laser coagulation of varicose veins is a minimally invasive method of treatment, involving the use of high-energy lasers. The operation is carried out with a special lightguide. In order for the device to get under the skin, one or more small punctures are sufficient (depending on the number of affected veins). The laser destroys the vein and the light guide is extracted.

Treatment of varicose veins with laser coagulation is suitable for:

• a small number of veins with varicose transformation;
• the size of the affected veins not exceeding a centimeter;
• trophic shin disorders;
• an even trunk of the subcutaneous veins.

Fortunately, almost all cases correspond to these criteria.

The method of treatment of varicose veins by laser coagulation boasts an impressive number of advantages:

1. The operation lasts no more than an hour.
2. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia. The operation does not require any additional incisions, and accordingly, at the site of removal of the wreath there will not be a single scar.
3. The method of laser coagulation allows you to remove veins from both legs in one session.
4. The operation delivers a minimum of discomfort.
5. Immediately after the operation, the patient can go home. Laser coagulation does not disrupt the ability to work.

Recovery after laser coagulation of the veins of the lower extremities

The recovery period is minimal. Immediately after surgery, a special compression stocking is worn on the operated leg. If a sufficiently large vein has been removed, cotton pads or pads can additionally be used.

For quick recovery immediately after surgery, it is advisable for the patient to walk four kilometers on foot. Walking is recommended and the first few days after laser coagulation. In this case, physical exertion and physiotherapy are not welcome.

For the time of recovery, it is better to give up alcohol. Attacks of pain, which are extremely rare, can be stopped with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs .