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Vein Disorders (Varizen)

Varicose veins are veins between the skin (spider veins are in the skin) that have become dilated and tortuous (twisting and curling rather than straight). Varicose veins are not just unsightly but can also lead to serious health problems such as:

• Inflammation of veins
• Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Pulmonary Embolism
• Venous Ulcer


Phlebitis/Thrombosis

Phlebitis or inflammation of the veins can lead to thrombosis (blood clots) and swelling in the legs. Deep Vein Thrombosis can be life threatening as blood clots can travel into the lungs causing a pulmonary embolism.


Spider Veins

Spider veins are mainly a cosmetic problem. Thin spider veins are red in colour, thicker ones are blue.

Depending on the size and thickness of veins they can be treated with sclerotherapy or by using laser and ultrasound procedures.


 

Venous Ulcers (Ulcus)

In addition to the dangers of thrombosis and swelling in the legs, varicose veins can lead to skin damage and in extreme cases to venous ulcer of the leg.


Diagnosis

In our practice the diagnosis of veins is carried out using the most modern ultrasound technology (colour duplex sonograph), doppler ultrasound and a special halogen light device. X-rays are normally not necessary.


Treatment

It is important to diagnose the extent of the vein degeneration before treatment is agreed. Early diagnosis and therapy usually means that surgery can be avoided or postponed.


Non-Operative (or Non-Invasive) Procedures include:


• sclerotherapy
• laser & radio frequency therapy
• compression therapy for vein and lymphatic conditions
• manual/physical therapy


 


Surgical/Operative Procedures


• Vein Stripping
• Minimally invasive Stripping
• Modern surgical procedures are minimally invasive. They involve making a small incision in the groin area or in the area at the back of the knee. The resultant scarring is minimal. Wounds heal quickly and the patient is quickly mobile again.



     
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