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Foam Injections for Varicose Veins
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New
techniques for treating varicose veins without
having to undergo surgery have recently evolved.
One of the most promising of these is ULTRASOUND
GUIDED FOAM SCLEROTHERAPY
ULTRASOUND GUIDED FOAM
SCLEROTHERAPY is a new method of treating
varicose veins performed as an outpatient
procedure which allows the patient to carry
on life as normal. There is little little
or no discomfort and only minimal bruising
compared to other treatments, especially
surgery.
ULTRASOUND GUIDED FOAM
SCLEROTHERAPY also has the added benefit
of being a fraction of the cost of other
treatment options.
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Who
is suitable for foam injections?
Most patients with varicose
veins of any size varicose veins whether
primary or recurrent. Patients of any age,
including the elderly, people who are an
anaesthetic risk or those who have varicose
veins as the cause of their leg ulcers
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What
is injected and how does it work?
The sclerosing fluid, already
in common use as a liquid, is mixed with
air to perform a mousse or microfoam. When
foam is injected into the vein it pushes
the blood out of the way thus allowing the
undiluted foam to have it’s effect
on the lining. The sclerosant destroys the
lining which prevents the blood from travelling
along the vein which then shrinks into a
fibrous cord.
Which is the best treatment for my veins?
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The British Vein Institute: 0800 7836106 - enquiries@bvi.uk.com
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