Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical procedure to get rid of varicose veins and spider veins – the small yet unsightly clusters of red, blue or purple veins that appear on the legs and ankles. Sclerotherapy uses an injection of a special chemical (sclerosant) into a varicose vein to damage and scar the inside lining of the vein. This causes the vein to close and fade or disappear.

Time element:
30 - 60 minutes (varies)

WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR SCLEROTHERAPY?

Sclerotherapy is ideal for patients who want to get rid of varicose veins and spider veins on the legs and feet.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT DURING A SCLEROTHERAPY TREATMENT?

During a sclerotherapy treatment, you may experience mild discomfort upon injection of the sclerosant.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER A SCLEROTHERAPY TREATMENT?

After a sclerotherapy treatment, you can expect disappearance of the varicose and spider veins. Expect some bruising after the procedure that disappears after a week or two. An elastic bandage should be worn for three to four days, as directed by the physician.