Vein ablation. Laser and RFA treatment of vein disease

Invasive procedural therapy for vein insufficiency has been proven to be safe and efficient . The following procedures are FDA approved in US : Ablation with Laser or Radiofrequency – shrinking and collapsing the faulty vein, resulting in vein scaring Phlebectomy – removal of bulging varicosities Sclerotherapy – chemical destruction of the vein. What is a

Aortic aneurysms . What my patients need to know about abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA)p

What is an Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) Aortic aneurysms are separated into two categories, thoracic, which involves the ascending aorta, the aortic arch, and the first part of the descending aorta, and abdominal, which involves the descending aorta.  This article will focus on abdominal aneurysms Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are relatively common and potentially life-threatening.

Varicose and Vein disorder Symptom recognition. Diagnosis and treatment plan

Vein disorder and varicose veins. Symptom recognition. Diagnosis and treatment plan Venous disease is a progressive disorder , but its symptoms can be treated and the progression of the disease can be halted by outpatient procedures. Vein disease manifests as a cosmetic nuisance or can progress to significant skin changes , recurrent skin infections difficult

Varicose vein procedure – Phlebectomy.

Phlebectomy (also known as microphlebectomy, Ambulatory Phlebectomy) is a technique to remove bulging varicose veins Varicose veins are bulging , twisted blue vessels that can be seen and felt under the skin . They are larger than spider veins and associated with symptoms and complications – blood clots, rupture and bleeding, infections . The key

Blood Clot Prevention, or Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) prevention after orthopedic surgery

Why and Who needs it ? Immobilization after surgery interrupts the venous blood flow and eliminates the calf pumping protective mechanism against clotting Blood clots from the leg veins may travel to the lungs, causing Pulmonary Embolism, (PE) PE caries a high risk of death , if untreated To assess who is at risk for

Where is the line between cosmetic and medical varicose vein disease ?

There is a difference in approaching and understanding varicose vein disease according to age . Most of younger people approach vein disease with the desire to improve the aesthetic appearance and are surprised to learn that 75% of them already crossed the line of cosmetic to medical disease . Early vein disease symptoms are easily

The multiple causes of Swollen Legs

One of the most common reason for seeking a cardiovascular consultation is leg edema- swelling, puffiness of the feet, legs and hands, caused by excess fluid trapped in your body. Mild edema can be caused by prolonged standing or walking, mostly in hot weather and resolves by itself with leg elevation and rest. More severe

What to expect after a vein procedure

Post Vein ablation Wear the compression hose continuously for 2 days, then during all waking hours for 2 weeks. Elevate the treated leg whenever seated. Walk every hour for a few minutes. Also add a 20-30 minute walk daily if able. Walking is strongly encouraged. Ambulatory Phlebectomy :  you can remove the Coban (disposable ace