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Understanding what vein disease is and is not

Understanding what vein disease is and is not

Venous reflux disease, alternatively referred to as venous stasis, venous insufficiency, or venous incompetence, is a complex condition affecting the veins of the legs. In this article, we will delve into the details of venous reflux disease, from its causes and symptoms to the […]

Understanding what vein disease is and is not2023-08-29T18:44:36-07:00

New Doctor: Dr Amanda Steinberger: Let’s get to know her!

New Doctor: Dr Amanda Steinberger: Let’s get to know her!

Steinberger

We are thrilled to introduce our newest addition to the La Jolla Vein & Vascular team, Dr. Amanda Steinberger, a distinguished interventional radiologist with a passion for advancing the field of venous disease treatment. […]

New Doctor: Dr Amanda Steinberger: Let’s get to know her!2023-09-07T10:40:50-07:00

Patient Reviews and Testimonials for La Jolla Vein & Vascular

At La Jolla Vein & Vascular,, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care for individuals dealing with various vein and vascular conditions. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has led to remarkable transformations in the lives of our patients. In this blog post, we will take you on a journey through the stories […]

Patient Reviews and Testimonials for La Jolla Vein & Vascular2023-08-29T18:21:15-07:00

Patient Transformation: Spider Veins Vitality

Patient Transformation: Spider Veins Vitality

Spider veins, those delicate reddish veins that grace the skin’s surface, can sometimes be more than just a cosmetic concern. In this blog post, we’ll explore what spider veins are, delve into their symptoms, uncover their underlying causes, and shed light on the importance of effective treatment.

What […]

Patient Transformation: Spider Veins Vitality2023-08-29T17:57:43-07:00

Patient Transformation: varicose veins vitality

Patient Transformation: varicose veins vitality 

Varicose veins, those twisted and bulging veins just beneath the surface of the skin, can be a common concern for many individuals. While they most frequently appear in the legs, they can also emerge in other areas of the body. In this blog post, we’ll delve into […]

Patient Transformation: varicose veins vitality2023-08-29T17:43:24-07:00

Sclerotherapy 101

Sclerotherapy Treatment for Spider Veins

sclerotherapy

You have been recommended to have sclerotherapy injections. Spider veins and reticular veins of the legs are most commonly treated with sclerotherapy. Sclerotherapy involves an injection of a medication into the vein.  This will cause the vein to collapse […]

Sclerotherapy 1012023-05-24T17:30:50-07:00

Surface Varicose Veins Treatment

Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy works well for treating surface varicose veins and veins that are not visible to the naked eye. The foam medication can be seen on ultrasound, which allows us to administer it precisely and direct it towards nearby varicose veins. Foam sclerotherapy can be safely used for veins that travel close […]

Surface Varicose Veins Treatment2023-05-24T17:22:51-07:00

Chemical Ablation: Varithena

Varithena (polidocanol injectable foam)

is a prescription medication used to treat the great saphenous vein system (GSV) and associated varicose veins of the GSV system. Varithena improves the symptoms of superficial venous incompetence and the appearance of visible varicosities. It is a non-thermal, non-tumescent, nearly painless method of vein treatment.

WHAT […]

Chemical Ablation: Varithena2023-05-24T17:13:43-07:00

Endovenous Laser Ablation

VenaCure is an endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) procedure for backwards flow (or “reflux”) in your saphenous vein(s).

Laser is also referred to as endovenous laser ablation therapy (EVLT). The great and small saphenous veins are the two main superficial veins of the leg. They run along the inner leg and the back […]

Endovenous Laser Ablation2023-05-24T17:05:49-07:00

RFA for perforator vein reflux

Radiofrequency perforator ablation (RFA) is performed on perforator veins, short connections between your deep and superficial veins. Perforator veins can suffer the same sort of valve damage and retrograde blood flow (venous reflux) as other veins. Most patients with vein disease who experience skin changes, (that also may result […]

RFA for perforator vein reflux2023-05-24T16:56:04-07:00
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