Varicose veins
Some varicose veins are suitable for treatment by sclerotherapy. If this is the case, compression is required for 2-4 weeks afterwards. The treatments are usually performed at monthly intervals.
Some varicose veins will be assessed as unsuitable for sclerotherapy. If this is so, the patients will be referred to a vascular surgeon for assessment and treatment.
Side effects of varicose vein sclerotherapy
Varicose vein sclerotherapy is a larger procedure than small vein sclerotherapy, but still consists of several small injections into the veins. The sensation is similar to small vein sclerotherapy.
The side effect can include those of small vein sclerotherapy (see above). Other very rare but important complications can include thrombophlebitis and Deep Venous Thrombosis.
Naturally these would be fully explained by the treating doctor prior to treatment.
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