The American College of Phlebology estimates that more than 25 million US citizens suffer from some form of unsightly and/or painful venous condition. Naturally occurring within an extremely high percentage of the population, varicose veins are as old as human history. However, thanks to rapidly evolving treatment options, getting rid of varicose veins has never been easier.

An Extremely Brief History of Varicose Vein Treatment

In the past, the only viable option for varicose veins sufferers involved the surgical removal of any diseased veins in a procedure that is commonly known as “vein stripping.” Vascular surgeons would remove affected veins in an invasive process that resulted in significant pain, bruising, and other potential medical complications.

Fortunately, vein treatment has come a long way over the last several decades as specialized scientists and vein doctors have found success with minimally invasive procedures such as ambulatory phlebectomy, which employs micro-incisions to facilitate removal with a minimum of discomfort and recovery time. The typical modern vein clinic also offers a range of laser and ultrasound treatment procedures.

The Latest Varicose Vein Treatment Options

New innovations in the medical field have led to multiple varicose vein procedures that achieve exceptional results with no need for general anesthetics or dangerous chemicals. Clinical trails have suggested that these new procedures result in fewer side effects and complications. Some of these state-of-the-art treatments include…

• The VenaSeal Closure System – Effective on veins of all sizes, the VenaSeal Closure System uses a proprietary medical adhesive that is delivered endovenously through a non-invasive catheter. Numbed by a mild local anesthetic, patients will feel only mild pulling or tugging sensations as the catheter places adhesive in strategic locations along the diseased vein.

• The ClariVein Device – This device uses mechanico-chemical ablation (MOCA) combining the mechanical rotation of a small infusion catheter with safe chemicals to speed the closure of veins. Because the ClariVein Device engenders natural vein spasms to engender closure, it can treat varicose veins with a minimum of minimal post-operative pain and recovery time.

• Varithena – A polidocanol injectable foam, Varithena is an exciting new method of treating, not only varicose veins, but tortuous (twisted) veins. This pre-manufactured foam fills the vein completely before collapsing it. In clinical trails, Varithena has proven to be both effective and long-lasting.

For more information about these innovative approaches to varicose vein treatment contact a highly skilled and knowledgeable representative of the St. Louis Vein & Endovascular. With the advice of a qualified medical professional, you can find a treatment option that is right for you.