Painful varicose veins can now be treated with
outpatient convenience.
Treatment for vein problems have advanced dramatically over the
past 5 years. Dr. Walrath uses only state-of-the-art, proven therapies
in treating veins. These include laser closure of large veins,
injection therapy and minimally invasive surgical treatments. These
can be performed in the office under local anesthesia with little
or no discomfort.
Dr. Walrath uses a state-of-the-art laser to close down problem veins right
in the office. The treatment area is made numb with local anesthesia and
then safe, effective laser energy is delivered into the vein wall causing
it to collapse and seal shut. Once the abnormal vein is sealed, normal
veins take over and redirect the blood flow. Best of all, this procedure
requires few or no stitches and offers minimal or no scarring. Patients
can walk out of the office after treatment and resume normal activities
in just a few days.
Preoperative Investigation
A history and physical by Dr. Walrath is used initially to assess the problem
and possible etiologies. This is then usually supplemented by a state-of-the-art
venous ultrasound examination that provides a detailed "road map" of the
superficial and deep veins in the lower extremity to aid in planning the
best course of treatment. |
