Endovenous Thermal Ablation
What are the advantages of Endovenous Thermal Ablation?
No vein stripping – No surgery!- Immediate return to most normal activities
- It is an in-office procedure – No hospitalization!
- Thermal energy has a 98% success rate
- Walk in and walk out in about an hour!
- Rapid recovery with minimal post-procedure pain
- A nearly pain-free procedure
- Only requires local anesthesia
- The procedure is covered by most medical insurance
- No scalpels, no incisions, and no unsightly scars
What should I expect during an Endovenous Thermal Ablation Treatment?
The first step in evaluating varicose veins or symptoms suggestive of venous insufficiency is to schedule a medical consultation with Tennessee Vein Center. As part of the consultation, we will determine if full evaluation with duplex venous ultrasound (venous mapping) is appropriate and if you are a candidate for treatment. Insurers will require a documented trial of conservative treatment before approving the procedure. On the day of the procedure, you should:
- Avoid the use of lotion on the legs
- Wear or bring a pair of loose-fitting shorts (We can provide disposable shorts if needed)
- Bring your compression hose
- Drink plenty of water on the day of treatment and eat normal meals
Remember, it is OK to eat on the day of the procedure, but you may want to avoid eating a heavy meal just before treatment, and you may want to consider a light snack if it has been several hours since you last ate.
What should I expect after an Endovenous Thermal Ablation Treatment?
- Immediately after the procedure, you will be asked to put on your compression hose and walk or cycle for 10 minutes.
- You need to wear your medical-grade compression hose for up to 7 days after the procedure or until your follow-up ultrasound has been performed. Compression hose helps your circulation and serves to reduce swelling, reduce inflammation, reduce complications, and speed healing.
- During this healing process walking and normal daily activities are strongly encouraged.
- Complications from the treatment are extremely rare.
- Bruising, minor soreness, and a feeling of tightness are normal and will pass.
- If needed, the mild discomfort can be relieved by an over the counter pain reliever.
- A follow-up ultrasound will be scheduled and needs to be performed between 3-7 days following the procedure.
- Extremely strenuous activities should be avoided for a few days after the procedure.
- Extremely strenuous activities should be avoided for a few days after the procedure.
Thermal energy treats the source of varicose veins and takes the pressure off of the visible varicose veins, allowing sclerotherapy treatment to be much more effective. Most patients will require sclerotherapy treatments to address the entire problem comprehensively.
Treat your Varicose Veins with Endovenous Thermal Ablation at Tennessee Vein Center
Blood can begin to pool if your veins become damaged, leading to large, rope-like veins that protrude from your skin, known as varicose veins. These displeasing veins can be stressful to live with as they can prevent you from wearing your favorite clothing and keep you from showing off your legs. What’s worse is that if left untreated, varicose veins can develop into a severe medical condition. The bulging veins can result in swelling, pain, skin discoloration and, eventually, ulcers. If you suffer from varicose veins, don’t let them get to that point. Have them treated with endovenous thermal ablation at Tennessee Vein Center.
Tennessee Vein Center is home to specialists in all things related to vein health. Dr. Keith Campbell specializes in phlebology and is dual certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. Under his supervision and guidance, your venous issues can be successfully treated. If you suffer from varicose veins or are concerned about your veins in any matter, please contact us at (865) 233-5858, or visit our contact page to schedule a consultation.
