10, 11, 2022

Microphlebectomy and the risks

2022-10-24T10:48:00-07:00

MicroPhlebectomy for varicose veins 

A microphlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure, which is the surgical removal of bulging varicose veins through tiny skin incisions. This procedure is performed in the office with local anesthesia. Phlebectomy is also known as micro phlebectomy (because the incisions are tiny) or it can also be referred to as […]

Microphlebectomy and the risks2022-10-24T10:48:00-07:00

Laser vein ablation and varicose veins (VenaCure)

2022-10-24T10:45:29-07:00

The VenaCure EVLT procedure is minimally-invasive and can be performed in a doctor’s office. It addresses both the cosmetic and medical issues associated with varicose veins.

A laser light emitted through a thin fiber inserted into the damaged vein delivers just a small amount of energy, causing the malfunctioning vein to close […]

Laser vein ablation and varicose veins (VenaCure)2022-10-24T10:45:29-07:00

La Jolla Vein & Vascular: Ways we treat venous disease

2022-10-24T10:42:16-07:00

Symptoms to look for in venous disease:

La Jolla Vein and Vascular offers various ways for venous disease treatment. While there are numerous excellent ways to treat venous disease, we have named four of our favorite ways to treat it. What is venous disease and how does it happen? Venous disease occurs when backwards […]

La Jolla Vein & Vascular: Ways we treat venous disease2022-10-24T10:42:16-07:00

EVLA for varicose veins

2022-10-24T10:29:30-07:00

Endovenous Laser Ablation for Saphenous Vein Reflux (EVLA)

Endovenous laser vein ablation, also known as endovenous laser therapy (EVLA), is a type of treatment for saphenous vein reflux, the underlying cause of most varicose veins. At La Jolla Vein Care, we offer ALL treatment modalities for varicose veins, not […]

EVLA for varicose veins2022-10-24T10:29:30-07:00

Are there any adverse effects of vein treatment?

2022-10-24T10:25:00-07:00

What are the adverse effects of Vein treatment?

Patients generally do very well with vein treatments, all of which have a low risk of complications. Some post treatment effects can include:

Aching over the treated veins is normal after treatment. This responds well to walking, ice packs, and anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen […]

Are there any adverse effects of vein treatment?2022-10-24T10:25:00-07:00

31, 10, 2022

What you need to know about Asclera

2022-09-19T20:24:13-07:00

What is polidocanol (Asclera)? 

 

A variety of sclerosant medications can be used for veins, but at La Jolla Vein Care, we prefer polidocanol (brand name Asclera), because it is the most comfortable for the patient and has the lowest risk of side effects. It is a detergent-type medication that injures the inner lining of […]

What you need to know about Asclera2022-09-19T20:24:13-07:00

Varicose Veins: Patient Transformations

2022-09-19T20:19:29-07:00

Varicose Veins: Patient Transformations 

What are varicose veins?

Varicose veins are the twisted, bulging veins just beneath the surface of the skin. They are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the surface of the skin. These veins usually occur in the legs, but they also can form in other parts of the […]

Varicose Veins: Patient Transformations2022-09-19T20:19:29-07:00

Venous insufficiency and leg ulcers

2022-09-19T19:22:14-07:00

Chronic venous insufficiency and leg ulcers

 

What is chronic venous insufficiency?

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is an inflammatory condition caused by long standing, untreated venous reflux disease.  Commonly, venous reflux disease causes a collection of symptoms such as leg swelling, heaviness, fatigue and varicose veins. But, over time, when blood is no longer circulating properly […]

Venous insufficiency and leg ulcers2022-09-19T19:22:14-07:00

What is VenaSeal?

2022-09-19T19:15:25-07:00

What is VenaSeal?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the VenaSeal Closure System to permanently treat varicose veins by sealing the affected superficial veins using an adhesive agent.

The VenaSeal Closure System is a unique, minimally invasive treatment that uses a safe-for-the-body medical glue to quickly and effectively treat varicose veins […]

What is VenaSeal?2022-09-19T19:15:25-07:00
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