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Varicose Veins:
Varicose veins, also referred to as spider veins, are found in people of all ages and they occur on legs or lower limbs. Varicose veins appear on the vein valves that allow blood flow in the opposite direction or the vein valves that do not function properly.
As a result, these veins occur as unsightly on legs and are largely harmless. However, sometimes, they may be extremely painful, and uncomfortable, too. Their symptoms may range from skin pigmentation to painful legs. This is when you should consider varicose veins treatment.
Today, there are various minimally invasive surgical varicose treatment options provided, if you are seeking varicose veins treatment abroad. The choice will entirely depend on your personal preferences and your health conditions.
Causes of Varicose Veins:
There are several potential causes of varicose veins including:
Pregnancy | Obesity | Menopause | Standing for Long Time Periods | Family History of Varicose Veins
Symptoms of Varicose Veins:
In most cases, varicose veins are not painful, and their signs and symptoms may include:
- Dark blue or purplish veins
- Twisted or bulged veins
In severe cases, patients may experience:
- Heavy legs, especially at night or after an exercise or walking
- Burning, muscle cramping, and swelling in ankles or lower leg
- Lipodermatosclerosis – fat above the ankle, just under the skin, may harden and result in shrinking of the skin.
- Spider veins or telangiectasia in the affected leg
- Brown or blue discolouration near the varicose veins
- Leg cramps when people try to stand up suddenly or sit for a long time
- Restless leg syndrome
- Itching in area of varicose veins
- Whitish patches or scars on ankles
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Varicose Vein Treatments – Surgical and Non-Surgical Options:
Varicose vein surgery may be performed for cosmetic and health-related reasons. The Prague Medical Institute (PMI) provides varicose vein treatments to relieve complications and pain, as well as to cosmetically improve the appearance of blood vessels on legs.
Sclerotherapy:
This is a non-surgical procedure that is mainly performed on small veins under local anaesthesia. In this procedure, a special foam is introduced into varicose veins using a fine needle. This insertion takes place under the guidance of ultrasound equipment.
Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT):
This is one of the popular and minimally invasive types of surgery, which is usually performed under general or local anaesthesia. During the surgery, a small cut is made on the vein, a thin tube is passed through it, and laser energy is directed through this tube to close or burn varicose veins. This treatment is usually performed under ultrasound guidance.
M.O.C.A – ClariVein Method:
The MOCA (Mechanical Occlusion with Chemical Assistance), also known as ClariVein, is an alternative treatment for laser and RF. In this method, a blunt-ended, rotating fibre is gently, yet rapidly spun inside the vein. This spinning agitates the inner lining, and then a chemical for treating veins is injected inside, which closes the non-functional vein. ClariVein is usually performed without anaesthesia and leaves no staples, stitches, or scars.
VenaSeal Vein Glue:
This is the most advanced treatment for spider vein removal. This treatment makes use of medical glue, also known as VenaSeal (cyanoacrylate) for sealing the affected vein. As the vein is glued or shut, the area is subjected to sclerosis or hardening, and the glue will be absorbed by the body gradually. This surgical procedure is minimally invasive and leaves no scars on the area.
When to Approach a Doctor?
There are several self-care exercises recommended for treating varicose veins.Although these exercises may help alleviate pain, still they may not help in removal of purplish ReadMore ReadLess or bluish veins from your lower legs.Also, if varicose veins are left untreated, it may later develop into painful complications.Hence, to avoid worries and complications, you should approach a reliable doctor.
How Should I Prepare for the Varicose Vein Treatment?
You must discuss all your medications with the doctor, including herbal supplements or alternative medicines, or if any allergies to general or local anaesthesia ReadMore ReadLess or other materials. In preparation to the surgery, your doctor may advise you to stop taking medicines such as blood thinners, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), aspirin or other supplements for a particular time period before or after the surgery.
Benefits of a Varicose Vein Surgery:
1: Varicose vein surgery or leg vein treatment helps remove varicose veins, which may be a great cosmetic discomfort. ReadMore ReadLess
2: It will boost your confidence and allow you to showcase your legs in your favourite dress, without worrying about an unsightly appearance of purplish-blue veins on lower limbs.
3: The surgery will alleviate any pain or other discomforts that you were earlier facing, and allow you to walk comfortably.
4: All varicose surgery options (mentioned here) have fewer complications than other traditional treatments and produce no pain. They leave no scars on the skin.
Varicose Veins Surgery Recovery and Aftercare:
Your recovery, as well as aftercare from the surgery, will entirely depend on the procedure administered. The healthcare team at PMI will discuss the recovery and aftercare with you – before and after the treatment.
As most varicose or spider vein surgery options discussed here are simple and require no major precautions or preparations. In most cases, the patient can go home the same day of the surgery. We will provide compression stockings to patients, and advise them on the appropriate use of these.
However, our healthcare team recommends avoid driving, immediately after the treatment.
Endovenous and sclerotherapy patients can easily resume their daily activities, once they reach home. Also, they can drive again, once they feel comfortable.
Why Varicose Veins Surgery with Prague Medical Institute is the Best Option for You?
The Prague Medical Institute is committed to quality healthcare. We offer the best in varicose vein treatments. We provide varicose vein treatments for both – medical and cosmetic reasons. Being a clinic of European level abroad, the Prague Medical Institute utilizes ultramodern equipment and employs proven techniques to treat varicose veins.
Treating varicose veins for cosmetic reasons is sparingly addressed on the NHS. We can understand the distress a patient undergoes when they have to live with those purplish-blue varicose veins, or avoid wearing their favourite dresses due to unsightly varicose veins. Thus, we offer varicose surgery options to treat varicose veins for cosmetic reasons.
Benefits of Having a Varicose Vein Treatment Abroad Especially Prague
There are several benefits of having spider vein removal surgery abroad, especially in Prague.
A World-Class Healthcare System
A well-equipped surgical facility and availability of best-qualified surgeons make us a leading choice when it comes to vascular surgery.
Privacy
We value your privacy and promise to keep your identity private during and after your surgery.
Vacation
After the surgery, you will get a chance to explore Prague and its serenic surroundings, which is a part of the medical tour to the Czech Republic.
Expert Surgeons
We are the only vascular surgery clinic in Prague to utilize the services of the best-qualified and top surgeons in the field. We can guarantee that your surgery will be performed by an experienced surgeon only. Unlike other clinics, we don’t have to wait for the availability of surgeons to confirm your surgery, because we have the best in-house team. This allows us to assure to shorter waiting times.
Optimal Costs
The costs of vascular surgery in England or other European nations would be high. At the Prague Medical Institute, we assure optimal costs of vascular surgery or non-surgical options.
Popular with Europeans
Professionalism and excellent surgical care have made us a popular choice with Europeans, especially people from the UK. Our English speaking staff can take care of all their needs during the surgery and stay, which makes them feel at home, and comfortable.
FAQ:
Are varicose veins dangerous?
In most cases, they are not dangerous. However, some complications may develop such as ulcers near the varicose veins, blood clots near the affected area, occasional bleeding. It is recommended to seek medical assistance, if you are facing any of these complications.
Are varicose vein treatments painful and do they have any side effects?
In most cases, they are not dangerous. However, some complications may develop such as ulcers near the varicose veins, blood clots near the affected area, occasional bleeding. It is recommended to seek medical assistance, if you are facing any of these complications.
Why is varicose vein common during pregnancy?
In most cases, they are not dangerous. However, some complications may develop such as ulcers near the varicose veins, blood clots near the affected area, occasional bleeding. It is recommended to seek medical assistance, if you are facing any of these complications.
What is the typical surgery time for most varicose vein treatments?
In most cases, they are not dangerous. However, some complications may develop such as ulcers near the varicose veins, blood clots near the affected area, occasional bleeding. It is recommended to seek medical assistance, if you are facing any of these complications.