Sclerotherapy
Definition, types of sclerotherapy and post-treatment advice
After a medical evaluation focused on venous disease, our team can provide comprehensive sclerotherapy care and treatments to improve your legs’ appearance, comfort, and health.
What is Sclerotherapy Treatment?
Our nurses perform sclerotherapy under the supervision of an experienced physician. It involves treating branches of the saphenous vein (superficial) by injecting an irritant substance into the varicose vein using a fine needle. This causes the affected vein to contract and harden, eventually sclerosing and disappearing over approximately six months, with no recurrence.
This injection treatment is designed for patients suffering from venous insufficiency with symptoms such as pain, heaviness, tightness, and burning sensations in the legs. These patients often present with vein dilations, spider veins, and varicose veins caused by circulatory issues in the veins.
How Does a Sclerotherapy Session Work?
During a session, we inject the sclerosing agent into the targeted vein, which involves 20 to 30 injections. The product causes the treated vein to close, redirecting blood flow to healthy vessels and eliminating the varicose vein within a few weeks.
After the injections, the skin may show redness or slight swelling, but these effects are usually temporary. Patients may feel mild pain or a warming sensation, but sclerosing injections are well-tolerated and do not require anesthesia. The associated risks are rare, as it is an effective procedure. Visible results may appear after your first treatment.
We administer sclerosing agents tailored to the specific needs of each patient and their body.
We offer three types of sclerotherapy:
Types of Sclerotherapy Offered at the Clinic
Liquid Sclerotherapy
This treatment is ideal for spider veins visible on the skin’s surface. It involves injecting a sclerosing agent into superficial veins.
Foam Sclerotherapy
This technique uses a sclerosing foam injected into larger veins, allowing for more extensive coverage of the treated area.
Echosclerosis
Sometimes used for deeper varicose veins, this treatment involves ultrasound-guided foam injections to close a dilated vein. This allows the physician to target the vessels to be treated precisely during the session.
Why Consult a Doctor Before Treatment?
A consultation with Dr. Larose is essential to assess the condition of your veins. A Doppler ultrasound is often required to plan the necessary care. Recommendations will be provided during the consultation, including an approximate number of sessions needed to achieve optimal results. Depending on the severity of your venous disease, multiple sessions may be required to effectively treat varicose veins and improve the health of your legs.
While results vary from patient to patient, you can expect significant improvement in your symptoms, pain, and the appearance of your legs.
Post-Treatment Advice
You can return to work and resume your activities immediately after your varicose vein treatment. However, to promote circulation, it is recommended that you wear compression stockings for 48 hours.
Treatment results evolve over the following weeks as the body gradually absorbs the sclerosed veins.
Our patients experience more than just cosmetic improvements; they notice a reduction in symptoms associated with venous disorders, enhancing the appearance of the skin and overall health.
It’s important to note that sclerotherapy does not prevent the development of new spider veins. Follow-up appointments are necessary to monitor and manage the risk of recurrences.
Why Choose Our Medical Clinic?
Dr. Pierre Larose’s team has extensive expertise and provides high-quality service. Choose our medical clinic for comprehensive and personalized care, whether to treat varicose veins or spider veins. Book an appointment today for a consultation and sclerotherapy treatment. We’ll help you regain your comfort and well-being. You’ll notice positive effects from the very first session!
The Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) does not cover the cost of treatments, but many private insurance companies partially reimburse these expenses. Contact your representative for more information.