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Endovenous Treatments can be divided into two categories: thermal treatments that use laser energy or radio frequency waves to treat the vein and tumescent anesthesia to protect tissues surrounding the vein during the procedure, and non-thermal, non-tumescent (NTNT) treatments, which are procedures that do not require the use of heat or tumescent anesthesia.
EVLA & RFA
Thermal endovenous treatments include endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), also called endovenous laser therapy (EVLT™), and radio frequency ablation (RFA). These are minimally invasive treatments used to address specific large varicose veins in the legs. It is considered the gold standard in treatment of named veins, such as the great and small saphenous veins.
Learn more about EVLA & RFA »Varithena & VenaSeal
Varithena is the only FDA approved foam sclerosant. It is a form of sclerotherapy, in which a medicine is injected into the vein causing it to collapse and seal itself shut. VenaSeal uses cyanoacrylate, a strong, fast-acting medical adhesive, to permanently treat varicose veins in the legs.
Learn more about Varithena & VenaSeal »Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is an injection of a medicine directly into the problematic vein. In this procedure, small needles provide access to the vein so a medicine called a sclerosing agent can be injected into the vein's interior wall. This substance causes the vein to become sticky and seal shut, and patients often experience relief of symptoms within two months.
Learn more about Sclerotherapy »Compression Therapy
The most common form of compression therapy is the use of compression stockings. Compression stockings can offer an alternative to other procedures in treating varicose veins. They can be effective in relieving symptoms of venous disease, stopping its progression, and decreasing the likelihood of a clot.
Learn more about Compression Therapy »Conservative Treatments
At the Vein Healthcare Center, we support the minimum intervention that will meet the patient's goals for treatment. There are several options for conservative treatment of venous symptoms, and patients are encouraged to follow the treatment path they feel is right for them.
Learn more about Conservative Care »Ambulatory Phlebectomy
Ambulatory phlebectomy is a dated procedure and although considered minimally invasive, has a lower long-term success rate and is reserved for extreme cases with no other options.
Learn more about Ambulatory Phlebectomy »Alternative Treatments
Interest in alternative options for preventing, treating, and stopping the progression of venous disease continues to grow. Studies have shown encouraging potential for many herbal supplements and alternative medications, and current research promises to advance our understanding of these natural treatments.
Learn more about Alternative Treatments »Learn About Your Options
If you are experiencing leg discomfort or ulcers, or if you are interested in stopping the progression of varicose veins, the Vein Healthcare Center provides services for patients in Maine, New England, and surrounding communities. Dr. Cindy Asbjornsen is a certified phlebologist who provides complete medical care for your symptoms using the very best of today's treatment options.