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Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy is for the treatment of larger varicose veins which require the assistance of ultrasound technology to guide precise placement of the injections into the abnormal veins, which are generally hidden below the skin. The sclerosant again causes a change in the vein lining that leads to the gradual absorption of the veins. A sonographer will be at your treatment to provide the ultrasound guidance.
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What veins can be treated with Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy?

Most veins including hidden and bulging varicose veins can be treated with Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy.

What if I do not treat my varicose veins?

Vein disease is progressive which, if left untreated, is likely to become worse with time. Increasing symptoms and complications may occur.

Does the injection hurt?

There is some minor discomfort felt during the treatment.

Do I need these veins?

Varicose veins and spider veins are not functional. Once veins become abnormal our body find alternative pathways with healthy veins to carry blood. You can never run out of veins. Varicose veins are not missed by the circulation; in fact it improves without them.

Will the treated veins come back?

Treated correctly, the veins will not come back as the body has absorbed them. New veins however, may appear with time. How quickly and how many appear depends on whether you have inherited veins that are more likely to deteriorate. Other factors such as starting the pill, becoming pregnant or occupations with prolonged standing can affect the development of abnormal veins.