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Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments In Turkey

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Varicose veins are tortuous, enlarged and swollen veins that form in the legs due to increased blood pressure in the veins and insufficiency of the vein valves. They are blue purple in color. It occurs in men and women depending on many factors. They generally cause aesthetic anxiety in individuals due to their appearance. It is important to treat varicose veins.

Nowadays, non-invasive treatment methods are used for varicose veins. Non-invasive varicose vein treatments are Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), Vaneseal (Medical Superglue), Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS), Ambulatory Phlebectomy. These treatments are performed under local anesthesia in a clinic or sterile environment. Although application times vary depending on individuals and varicose veins, the average is 40 minutes.

Who Are The Eligible Candidates For Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments?

Varicose veins are not malignant as thought, but they can cause clot formation in some individuals. Among the causes are standing for long periods of time, sitting for long periods of time, obesity, hormone treatments such as birth control pills, genetic factors, age, pregnancy, tight clothing preference, smoking and constipation.

Even if they are not malignant, they cause symptoms in individuals. These symptoms include discomfort in the legs, itching, heaviness and fullness, swelling, cramps and the appearance of blue-purple veins. In later stages, if varicose veins are not treated, wounds on the legs and sudden bleeding in the veins may occur.

Individuals who have been diagnosed with varicose veins or have symptoms are considered suitable for varicose vein treatments. Nowadays, non-invasive methods are used for the treatment of varicose veins, and the treatment method is decided after clinical examination of individuals with complaints.

How Are The Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments Performed?

Non-invasive varicose vein treatments are performed by cardiovascular specialists. These treatments can be performed in clinics and sterile outpatient clinics. Although the duration of these treatments, which are performed under local anesthesia, varies depending on the individual and vascular structure, the average is minutes. The treatments applied are Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), Vaneseal (Medical Superglue), Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), Ulrasound-Guided Foam Schleotheraphy (UGFS) and Ambulatory Phlebectomy.

Preparation

As a part of the initial examination process we conduct with our patients, patients have their consultation with our cardiovascular specialist. Due assessment is made in line with the pre-screening tests (Doppler ultrasound, computed tomography (CT Scan), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), venography.

Extra tests tests could be required to be conducted in case patient has any other existing or underlying medical condition.

We endevaour to evaluate all possible risk factors by carefully dissecting all individual biological and clinical parameters in terms of conducting wide range of tests and gathering all records pertaining patients past medical and current conditions.

Anesthesia

Type of anaesthesia is determined in terms of the scale of the areas aimed to be treated. Twilight/local anaesthesia are the most common types of anaesthesia.

NoniInvasive Varicose Vein Treatment Techniques

The treatment method to be applied is determined by the doctor based on the tests performed, the individual's health history and general health condition.

➢ ENDOVENOUS LASER ABLATION (EVLA)

This procedure is to close varicose veins by heating them with laser beams. Before this procedure, individuals undergo ultrasound and doppler and a map of the veins to be operated on is determined. First, the area to be penetrated under the skin is anesthetized with local anesthesia, then anesthesia is administered to the veins to be treated with a thin needle. After anesthesia is completed, the needles are removed and a wire with a small catheter at the end is inserted into the vein. Then, laser application begins and the varicose vein is burned. The patient does not feel any pain during this procedure. The purpose of this procedure is to close varicose veins by burning them with laser. It is a treatment method that takes 20 to 30 minutes. After the treatment is completed, the catheter is taken out and the procedure is finished by medical dressing.

➢ VANESEAL SEALING (MEDICAL SUPERGLUE)

In this method, varicose veins are closed with medical adhesive applied intravenously. Before applying this method, patients must have a Doppler and ultrasound scan. In this way, a vein map is created. At the beginning, local anesthesia is applied to the area where the procedure will begin and it is anesthetized. Then, a thin wire with a catheter at the end is advanced into the varicose vein. A medical adhesive is injected into the veins along with this wire. These medical adhesives are called biological adhesives. In this way, the veins are closed by gluing them from the inside. After the intervention is completed, the wire is removed from the body and the procedure is terminated by dressing. This treatment method usually takes between 10 and 20 minutes.

➢ RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION (RFA)

Radiofrequency ablation aims to destroy the veins by heating them. Before the procedure, Doppler and ultrasound are applied to individuals to obtain a vascular map. It is usually performed through a millimetric incision in the knee. First, local anesthesia is applied to the knee area. After anesthesia, a catheter is inserted into the vein with a thin needle with the help of ultrasound. Heat (radiofrequency waves) is applied to the vein entered with a thin needle. The aim here is to dissolve varicose veins. The vein exposed to heat begins to shrink and shrink over time, and the remaining small pieces are usually absorbed by the body, providing treatment for varicose veins. After the procedures are completed, the needle and catheter are removed from the body and the procedure is finished by dressing. Radiofrequency ablation lasts between 15 minutes and 45 minutes, and the duration is determined by the length of the vessel and the number of vessels to be treated.

➢ ULTRASOUND- GUIDED FOAM SCHLEOTHERAPY (UGFS)

In this treatment method, a substance called sclerosant, which is turned into foam before application, is used. Before the procedure, Doppler and ultrasound are performed on individuals and a vascular map is determined. Applied sclerozone is a substance that causes tissue destruction. There is no need for anesthesia in this procedure. It is performed by injecting sclerozone into varicose veins. The vessels into which the sclerozone is injected are injured and destroyed. This procedure takes between 15 and 45 minutes, depending on the number of veins to be applied.

➢ AMBULATORY PHLEBECTOMY

Ambulatory phlebectomy is performed in the operating room environment. First, Doppler and ultrasound are performed on the patient and the vascular map is determined. Before the procedure, the veins to be treated are drawn and the area where the varicose veins are located is anesthetized with local anesthesia. 1 to 3 mm incisions are made over the varicose veins. The number of incisions to be made varies depending on the varicose vein. Special microhooks are sent through these incisions. With the help of these hooks, varicose veins are removed from the body. After the treatment is completed, the incisions are not stitched, only closed with medical dressing. This procedure takes approximately 1 hour.

Recovery From Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments In Turkey

Non-invasive varicose vein treatments are in the category of outpatient treatments. After the treatments, individuals return to their homes. On the first day of the procedure, it is important for them to rest by positioning the treated legs up. Generally, individuals can return to their normal lives the day after the procedure. After treatments, individuals are recommended to wear compression socks for 15 days. If individuals have undergone ambuatory phlebectomy, they must be dressed for 2 days after the procedure. Individuals who have had varicose vein treatment are also advised to organize their lives in terms of nutrition and exercise.

Post-non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments’ Key Points

• Resting the treated leg by keeping it in an up position on the first day after the procedure
• It is crucial to wear compression socks for 15 days
• It is important for individuals not to sit with their legs crossed after the treatment in terms of varicose vein formation
• Standing and sitting for long periods of time may cause varicose veins, so these situations should be avoided
• It is beneficial for individuals to include exercise programs in their lives and adopt an active lifestyle for vascular health
• Healthy nutrition is important for vascular health and general health
• Weight control by individuals is also important in terms of varicose vein formation

Benefits Of Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatment In Turkey

Nowadays, non-invasive varicose vein treatments are preferred over surgical methods. After these non-surgical treatment methods, individuals do not stay in the hospital and return home on the day of the procedure. Varicose veins are treated with minimal side effects in terms of appearance and symptoms. One of its biggest advantages is that since large incisions are not used as in the surgical procedure, incision scars usually disappear or become faint. And one of its very important benefits is that individuals can quickly return to their daily lives.

How Do Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments Cost In Turkey?

The Non-Invasive Varicose Vein Treatments cost are varying depending on the healthcare provider, cardiovacular specialist’s experiences, treatments method, situations of disorder and location where treatment is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Non-invasive Varicose Vein Treatments in Turkey. To learn more about the Non-Invasive Varicose Vein Treatments, please contact us for a free quotation.

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