Vein Treatments
Laser: Treatment for Spider Veins
Spider Veins are dilated small blood vessels that are tiny, thin veins that range in color. Although they can be inconspicuous at first, over time they usually become easily visible through the skin. This and can affect a person’s self confidence and can even stop a person from choosing what they want to wear!
Laser based treatments with the Cutera xeo® offer an effective, non-invasive, non- surgical way to minimize the visible discoloration caused by mild to moderate vascular damage, like spider veins. The precisely calibrated laser targets the distressed vein with light, causing the ravished vessel to painlessly reabsorb into the body, minimizing and eliminating the appearance of discoloration in the skin. The Cutera xeo® YAG laser includes a cooling tip to help keep the surface of the skin relaxed and at a cool temperature. After treatment patients are able to return to normal activities immediately. Depending on the severity of the veins, multiple treatments might be required.
Sclerotherapy- Treatment for Spider Veins
How does sclerotherapy work?
Sclerotherapy is the preferred treatment for spider veins. During your procedure, Vein Houston will inject a sclerosing solution into the spider veins. The solution irritates the lining of the vessel, causing it to close. Overtime, your body will absorb the treated vein.
What to expect during Sclerotherapy?
You might experience a slight discomfort from the tiny needle sticks. The injected solution may cause slight itching sensation. Every session usually lasts 30 minutes. The mild discomfort often is relieved by wearing compression stocking after the procedure.
What is the downtime?
There is a little to no downtime with sclerotherapy. You can return to regular activity the same day. We recommend to avoid sun exposure and strenuous activity for a week.
What are the risks of sclerotherapy?
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Pigmentation Changes: Occur more often to the patients who are on iron supplements. Often resolves over time.
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Skin Break Down: Often very small (2-3mm), heals with local skin care.
When can I expect to see the results?
Immediately after sclerotherapy treatment, the treated veins often turn red and get irritated. This is common reaction and often resolves within few days. The treated vein will then slowly fade away over the next 2-4 weeks.
How many sessions will I need?
This usually depends on the extent of the disease. Typically, Vein Houston recommends several treatment sessions. There is a set limit on the volume of sclerosing solution that can be injected in one session. After 2 to 3 sessions, most patients can expect 60-80% reduction in spider vein visibility and intensity.
We treat all kind of vein diseases, some common vein diseases are varicose and spider veins. We have wide range of treatment options available and Sclerotherapy is one of them. Sclerotherapy is an excellent treatment option but it’s not right for everyone. So book an appointment today to find out which treatment option is best for you. We are proudly serving Houston, Stafford, Richmond, Missouri City, Sugar Land, Pearland, Katy and many other nearby areas.
Radiofrequency Ablation-Treatment for Varicose Veins
How does RFA work?
RFA is the preferred treatment for varicose veins. It’s a minimally invasive thermal treatment that utilizes radio frequency to heat up and damage the wall inside a vein. This forms scar tissue which closes the vein. To direct radiofrequency, We uses a thin tube (catheter) that is inserted through a small incision in the vein. You will be able to walk following the treatment and recovery time is typically short.
What to expect during RFA?
During the procedure a thin tube (catheter) is inserted into the vein through a small incision. One session usually lasts for 45-60 minutes. The whole treatment including time to prepare and recover takes about 1 to 3 hours. You might feel a mild discomfort that can be relieved by wearing compression stocking after the procedure.
What is the downtime?
There is a little to no downtime with RFA. You can return to regular activity the same day. We recommend to avoid strenuous activity for a week.
What are the risks of RFA?
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Hyperesthesia—an excessive, abnormal sensitivity over the skin of the injection site.
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Allergic reaction to the anesthetic used to numb the skin.
When can I expect to see the results?
You will start to feel better in about 7 to 10 days after the procedure. It can take up to 2-3 weeks to see complete results.
How many sessions will I need?
This usually depends on the extent of the disease. Typically, We recommends several treatment sessions. Most patients feel relief after 1-3 sessions.
VenaSeal- Treatment for Varicose Veins
How does VenaSeal work?
VenaSeal is an alternate treatment of choice for Varicose veins. It’s a non-thermal treatment option which enhances blood flow and relieves symptoms by sealing the diseased vein. During the procedure, a small amount of a specially formulated medical adhesive is delivered to the diseased vein by the VenaSeal system. The adhesive seals the vein and blood is rerouted through a near by healthier veins, hence, allowing complete relief of relieves the symptoms.
What to expect during VenaSeal?
Most patient feels a very little pain, if any, during the procedure. You might experience a slight discomfort from the tiny needle sticks. The adhesive that VenaSeal system delivers to the veins may cause a mild sensation of pulling.
What is the downtime?
There is a little to no downtime with VenaSeal. Patients usually return to regular activities immediately after the procedure. We recommend to avoid long haul flights (>4 hours of continuous travel) for at least 2 weeks after the treatment.
What are the risks of VenaSeal?
VenaSeal is a non-thermal and minimally invasive procedure. It may have the following risks:
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Hyperpigmentation, it means darkening of the skins that usually goes away with time.
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Allergic reaction to VenaSeal adhesive.
When can I expect to see the results?
Immediately after VenaSeal treatment, you will get relief from the symptoms.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of session required depends on how long is the diseases vein and how well your vein responds to treatment. Most patients require 2-4 sessions for best results.
Ambulatory Microphlebectomy
Ambulatory microphlebectomy is a procedure for treating surface varicose veins. Oftentimes, this procedure is performed after a patient has received venous closure procedures to treat the larger feeder veins of the leg (great saphenous veins and small saphenous veins). Among these patients, few may have persistent surface varicose veins. These patients will be the ideal candidate for this procedure.
How is the procedure performed?
Before the procedure, the bulging surface veins are outlined with a skin marker. Local anesthetic is then injected to numb any potential discomfort stain. Tiny pin point pinholes are made over the area of varicose veins and special tiny instruments are used to remove these veins. The small puncture wounds do not require stitches and leaves no visible scars or blemishes.
What to expect after the procedure
Ambulatory Microphlebectomy is an outpatient treatment and only requires peel anesthetic. You may return to work and normal light activity the next day. Immediately after the procedure, you may experience minimal discomfort or, light bruising/ or swelling that usually resolve within a few days. Many Vein Houston patients that have had Microphlebectomy experience immediate relief from symptoms.