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If you are one of the approximately 25 million people in the United States that experiences discomfort, swelling and varicose veins in your legs, you may be suffering from superficial venous reflux disease. SMVI physicians are among the most experienced in the region in the newest procedure to treat varicose veins, the VNUS Closure procedure. SMVI physicians are also very experienced in sclerotherapy, which is used to treat smaller varicose veins and spider veins.
Understanding Venous Reflux Disease
Healthy Leg veins contain valves that open and close to assist If you are
the return of blood back to the heart. When these valves become
damaged or diseased, it can cause blood to pool in the legs and lead
to symptoms such as pain, swelling, swollen limbs, leg heaviness and
fatigue, skin changes and skin ulcers, and varicose veins.
BEFORE: Traditionally patients diagnosed with venous reflux undergo vein stripping surgery. Vein stripping begins with an incision in the groin region. A second incision is made either below the knee or at the ankle and do the same thing on that end. When both ends of the vein are loose, a thin, wire instrument (the stripping tool) is “threaded” through the vein from the groin to the second incision. The stripping tool is tied to the vein and pulled (or “stripped”) the vein from the leg. Vein stripping requires general or spinal anesthesia and several incisions. Following the procedure, there is usually some discomfort and a necessary recovery period.
NOW:Patients Can Be Treated With The Closure® Procedure a minimally invasive alternative to painful vein stripping surgery. Typically, this procedure takes one hour, patients can walk out of the office and resume normal activity the next day.
A Minimally Invasive Alternative that Provides
- Relief of symptoms
- An outpatient procedure
- Ability to resume activities typically within a day
- Good cosmetic outcome with minimal or no scarring, bruising or swelling
VNUS® Closure® is a clinically proven,
minimally invasive procedure that treats varicose veins and their
underlying cause, venous reflux, with little or no pain. Closure
patients can walk away from the procedure and be back to everyday
activities – either at home or at work – typically within a day.
It is covered by some health insurance plans when deemed medically necessary.
The Closure® Procedure
A four-step process which includes:
- Mapping the saphenous vein
- Inserting the closure catheter
- Delivering RF energy and withdrawing catheter
- Confirm closing of the vein
Before and After the Closure® Procedure
Pre-Treatment Post Treatment One Week
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