EVLT – Proven Efficacy

EVLT was pioneered in 2003. It was the first viable alternative to surgery as a treatment for venous ablation. Surgery typically consisted of a combination of stripping, or vein removal, and ligation, literally tying the vein closed. Almost all vein surgery involved multiple excisions and required a prolonged recovery period. EVLT only required one very small incision, and patients are able to walk out of the office on the same day. The rates of thrombosis (blood clots) and infection was significantly lower than with surgery. Now long term data shows that recurrent vein disease is much less likely with endovenous ablation than with any surgical intervention. 

 How does EVLT work?

 If your vein doctor determines you are a good candidate for EVLT, he or she will make sure you understand the procedure completely and answer any remaining questions you have. 

 On the day of your procedure, you will be asked to stay hydrated and avoid caffeine. Your medical team will have you lay down in a comfortable position and clean and prep your leg. 

 Your doctor will numb a small area on the inside of the affected leg, and then insert a hollow needle into the vein. A wire is threaded through the hollow needle, then a sheath is placed over the wire under ultrasound guidance. The laser fiber is passed along the sheath to the top of the unhealthy vein. 

 The tissue around the vein is injected with fluid that protects it from the laser. The laser fiber is activated, heating the walls of the vein so they have an inflammatory response and seal closed. The vein scars down and then, over time, is reabsorbed by the body

How long does EVLT treatment take?

Enѕurе that you аrrіvе 15 mіnutеѕ еаrlу tо prepare fоr thе EVLT рrосеdurе. The trеаtmеnt іtѕеlf nоrmаllу tаkеѕ 30 tо 60 minutes реr vein.

Whats the Side Effects of EVLT?

Most of these side effects can be avoided completely if RFA is performed by an experienced vein treatment specialist

The side effects of EVLT treatment can include:

 Common: Bruising or minor stiffness  

 Common: Temporary soreness

 Rare: Temporary numbness

 Rare: Recurrence of varicose veins

Very rare: infection 

 Rare: Deep vein thrombosis

What are the Pros & Cons of EVLT?

PROS

 Pros of EVLT for Spider and Varicose Veins

Mild-moderate discomfort associated with the procedure

No risk of ѕkіn dіѕсоlоrаtіоn 

1 hour procedur time 

Resume daily activities immediately 

No unsightly scars or marks. 

CONS

 Cons of EVLT for Spider and Varicose Vein

No heavy exercise for one week

Slightly more discomfort relative to radiofrequency ablation

Needles required during procedure 

Before & After Treatment EVLT