How Does Laser Vein Removal Work?

Laser vein removal is the most frequently used technique for treating varicose veins. Endovenous Laser Ablation, also called Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT) is a minimally invasive vein treatment that uses a laser to treat diverse types of vein diseases.

How Does It Work?

When a varicose vein is closed, it fades away and your blood flow simply shifts to nearby healthy veins. Laser vein treatment’s purpose is to close the vein with heat by using laser technology.

Breaking down the Endovenous Laser Treatment step by step:

• You receive local anesthesia to numb the specific area of your body that is being treated. Local anesthetics prevent the nerves in the affected area from sending signals to your brain. Because of this, you won’t feel any pain during your vein removal treatment.
• Your vein specialist makes a small incision and carefully inserts a laser fiber into the vein.
• Your doctor uses the laser device to heat the vein, causing the vein to collapse and close off. The heat does not harm the surrounding area.
• Once the treatment is done, the doctor removes the catheter and applies pressure to the affected area.
• Your doctor will provide you with an elastic compression stocking.

Is It an Invasive or Non-Invasive Type of Treatment?

Laser treatment is a non-invasive technique performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting. This painless procedure doesn’t involve complex surgeries or long recovery times.

Generally, vein specialists take around an hour to perform an Endovenous Laser Treatment. Once the vein specialist has completed the procedure, the recovering process of the patient will last for about another hour.

Does it Have Side Effects?

Changes in skin color is a side effect of laser vein treatments. You may experience redness or purple discoloration on your skin right after the process is completed. Skin discoloration usually takes a few weeks to resolve itself.

Successful Laser Vein Treatments

For your health and peace of mind, be sure to have a qualified vein specialist that chooses the right treatment for you. Set an appointment at Windy City Veins and let one of our experienced vein specialists examine your veins and discuss your options.