What is Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy treats varicose veins not visible to the naked eye and veins that make too many twists and turns for standard endovenous ablation procedures. Sclerotherapy is an office-based procedure that involves injecting a sclerosing solution directly into the problem vein. The solution irritates the vein’s wall. Over time, the vein turns into scar tissue, is absorbed back into the body and fades from view.
Sclerotherapy Procedure
Sclerotherapy takes less than an hour to perform. Problem veins are located and mapped using ultrasound or a special light. After the veins have been located, a tiny needle is inserted into the vein and a small amount of sclerosing solution is injected. Following the procedure a prescription strength compression stocking must be worn for a short time. You can continue most normal activities immediately.
