Varicose Vein Ablation (Laser or Radiofrequency)
Care Before the Procedure
- Venous Doppler ultrasound evaluation
- Review of medical history
- Compression stocking measurement
- Discussion of treatment expectations
Care During the Procedure
- Local anesthesia administration
- Catheter insertion into affected vein
- Controlled thermal energy delivery
- Ultrasound-guided monitoring
Care After the Procedure
- Wearing compression stockings
- Walking encouraged shortly after procedure
- Avoid prolonged standing initially
- Follow-up ultrasound assessment
Eligibility
- Patients with symptomatic varicose veins
- Leg swelling or heaviness
- Venous insufficiency
- Patients seeking minimally invasive treatment
- Venous Doppler ultrasound evaluation
- Review of medical history
- Compression stocking measurement
- Discussion of treatment expectations
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