About Laser Vein Treatment

Varicose and Spider veins occur in both men and women at any age. They are generally caused by

  • Family history of varicose
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Weight gain
  • Prolonged standing
  • Pregnancy

Less common causes of varicose veins are

  • Phlebitis
  • Blood clots or obstruction to the blood flow
  • Congenital abnormalities of the veins

There are various ways to treat Varicose and Spider veins

Endovenous laser treatment – the treatment is done to close off a large varicose vein instead of undergoing a treatment for the removal.

Simple laser treatment – the treatment is done for small spider veins and tiny varicose veins. This can be performed as a second treatment after varicose treatments like endovenous laser or radiofrequency treatment or sclerotherapy.

Laser Vein Treatment Procedure

Endovenous Laser Treatment – the treatment can treat large varicose veins in the legs. The doctor will insert a laser fiber into the vein, which is passed through a catheter. While doing this, the doctor will be monitoring the vein on a duplex ultrasound screen. Local anesthesia or a light sedative may be needed for the treatment.

Simple Laser Treatment – the treatment is done on the outer of the skin. It can treat spider veins and tiny varicose veins under the surface of the skin. In some situations more than one laser session can be needed. The treatment is done with a laser. The doctor will place the laser along the area to be treated. The laser heat will damage a vein and scar tissue will form. Then the scar tissue will close the vein. Once the vein is closed it will loose its source of blood and die out. Within a year the vein will completely disappear. The patient may be given numbing cream or local anesthetic to reduce any discomfort.

Suitable Patients for Laser Vein Treatment

• Patients who are over the age of 20

• Men and women patients who are at a good health condition

• Patients who are healthy both mentally and physically

Before Laser Vein Treatment

• Patients must avoid self tanning agents 2 weeks before the treatment

• Patients must not wear any make up before the treatment

• Medication and herbal supplements must be avoided a week before the treatment

After Laser Vein Treatment

• To reduce discomfort and swelling cold compress can be applied onto the treated area

• Patients must take any medication prescribed by the doctor correctly

• Patients are advised to wear special garment to reduce the amount of bruising

Risks of Laser Vein Treatment

Like every treatment there are is a risk of complications to occur like

  • Skin burns
  • Change in skin color
  • Slight pain
  • Bruising

Definition

Sedative – given to relax the patient by reducing irritability / excitement.

Local anesthesia – induces absence of sensation to a specific part of the body

Trip Schedule of Laser Vein Treatment

The patients will attend a consultation with the doctor and will be advised about the procedure and their condition. The patients will then be taken through a couple of tests that are required before the treatment and if everything is normal then Laser Vein Treatment will be performed. The treatment will take 30 minutes to perform; the duration of the treatment can extend depending on the extent of treatment. Once the treatment is over the patients will be taken to a private room where they will be staying to rest. The doctor will perform a check up and if the patients are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and feeling good, they are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from the clinic to their settlements. If everything is right, then the patients are ready to return to their destinations. Patients may be required to attend a few more sessions. They can attend the clinic in Turkey or at their destination.

Notes

• Trip schedule may vary. medicTurkey patient relations will provide you a detailed trip schedule before the travel.

• For details on accommodation, transportation and other services, please check the SERVICES page.

What is Laser Vein Treatment?

Varicose and Spider veins occur in both men and women at any age. They are generally caused by

  • Family history of varicose
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Weight gain
  • Prolonged standing
  • Pregnancy

Less common causes of varicose veins are

  • Phlebitis
  • Blood clots or obstruction to the blood flow
  • Congenital abnormalities of the veins

How is Laser Vein Treatment done?

Endovenous Laser Treatment – the treatment can treat large varicose veins in the legs. The doctor will insert a laser fiber into the vein, which is passed through a catheter. While doing this, the doctor will be monitoring the vein on a duplex ultrasound screen. Local anesthesia or a light sedative may be needed for the treatment.

Simple Laser Treatment – the treatment is done on the outer of the skin. It can treat spider veins and tiny varicose veins under the surface of the skin. In some situations more than one laser session can be needed. The treatment is done with a laser. The doctor will place the laser along the area to be treated. The laser heat will damage a vein and scar tissue will form. Then the scar tissue will close the vein. Once the vein is closed it will loose its source of blood and die out. Within a year the vein will completely disappear. The patient may be given numbing cream or local anesthetic to reduce any discomfort.

Does Laser Vein Treatment Hurt?

Laser Vein Treatment is done under local anesthesia so the patient won’t feel any discomfort or pain.

Will I need anesthetics?

Local anesthetic will be used during Laser Vein Treatment.

Who can have Laser Vein Treatment?

  • Patients who are over the age of 20
  • Men and women patients who are at a good health condition
  • Patients who are healthy both mentally and physically

How long do I need to stay in hospital?

Laser Vein Treatment is done on an outpatient basis, so the patient is sent home after the treatment.

How long do I need to stay in Turkey?

The recommended stay in Turkey for Laser Vein Treatment is usually 1 – 2 days.

Devices used in Laser Vein Treatment

During Laser Vein Treatment a Diode Laser device and an Endovenous laser device is used to perform the treatment.

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