EVTA
Vein removal is something that more and more Idaho men and women are considering and one treatment that is quickly gaining popularity for vein removal is EVLT. An endovenous laser treatment or EVLT (to some also known as ELAS or endovenous laser ablation of the saphenous) is a treatment available here at Advanced Aesthetics, with use of the Dornier laser, that helps to eliminate bulging saphenous and varicose veins. Varicose veins result from a venous insufficiency that causes reflux or backflow of blood within the veins. As the blood flow reverses direction a swelling results within the vein which causes it to gravitate to the skins surface and bulge. There are several factors that can lead to the formation of varicose veins; one of the most prominent of which is genetics.
Varicose veins can become very pronounced on the legs, causing those who have them much aggravation and embarrassment. In addition, many side effects can result from the formation of varicose veins, these include restless legs, swelling, cramping, tingling and aching. Because of these factors, many men and women are searching for ways to remove them. If you suffer with varicose veins and are looking to remove them, EVLT treatments may be just what you need.
The EVLT treatment works to effectively shut down these insufficient, damaged veins which decreases the associative symptoms and makes the lower extremities more cosmetically pleasing. The EVLT is one of many vein removal procedures available and is considered a less invasive alternative to vein stripping. Because this vein removal treatment is less aggressive, patients experience faster post operative recovery which allows treated individuals to get back to their activities of daily living much more quickly.
EVLT is a laser treatment can be done in an in office setting under local anesthesia. Once our physicians have decided that EVLT is the best vein removal procedure for you, the varicosity will then be mapped out under ultrasound. The vein(s) being treated are then marked and the leg is draped for the procedure; local anesthetic is then injected to numb the area to be treated.
The treatment begins with a needle puncture that is made into the vein using ultrasound. A laser fiber is then inserted into the puncture, and advanced through the length of the damaged vein. EVLT works by means of thermal destruction to the venous tissue, therefore the laser energy is delivered through the laser fiber. As the laser is fired, it works to deposit high amounts of heat energy into the blood and venous tissue. This heat results in irreversible localized tissue damage, damage that shuts the vein down.
Heat is delivered continuously via the laser as the fiber is gradually withdrawn along the track of the vein until the entire vessel is treated. Once the treatment is complete, the fiber is withdrawn and the leg is wrapped with an elastic bandage after which a compression stocking is applied. The elastic bandage will remain in place for 3 days and the compression stocking should be worn by patients for at least one week. If additional smaller veins remain following the EVLT treatment, sclerotherapy can be done a month or so after the procedure to give patients an aesthetically pleasing result.
EVLT treatments at Advanced Aesthetics are less invasive in nature which makes them a more attractive option for those with varicose veins. The side effects and complications of venous procedures are greatly reduced as are the costs, compared to a vein stripping or ligation. Consult with an Advanced Aesthetics endovenous laser treatment physician to determine if this procedure will help you to be varicose vein free.
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