Varicose vein treatment doesn’t have to be confusing or painful. Dr. Barbieri and The Vein Clinic of Greater Kansas City’s team of medical specialists are always looking for ways to ensure our patients’ comfort and convenience.
One of the most important parts of being comfortable with a vein procedure is understanding your options. A recent development in varicose vein treatment—called VenaSeal—uses adhesive to “glue” larger broken veins together. While this procedure is not yet commonly used, it can be discussed at your time of evaluation to help you make the best informed decision about treatment.
VenaSeal: Frequently Asked Questions
VenaSeal is a closure system used to permanently treat varicose veins. The procedure is used for qualifying patients with varicose veins in their legs. Instead of a heat application or procedure that requires cutting, the VenaSeal system uses an adhesive agent to take care of varicose veins. This treatment allows patients to quickly return to their daily activities with minimal bruising.
What Types of Veins Are Treated with VenaSeal?
VenaSeal is used to treat superficial varicose veins of the legs that cause symptoms. Superficial veins are closest to the skin and are at risk to become enlarged, twisted, or swollen when their valves are weakened or damaged. This procedure does not apply to deep veins.
How Do I Know if I Have a Varicose Vein Issue?
Symptoms of varicose veins may also be present because of other issues. Below are the early symptoms that patients may experience:
- Leg fatigue
- Pain or a heavy feeling in the legs relieved by elevation
- Large twisted veins, bulging above the surface of the skin
- Swelling of the ankle or lower leg
- Discolored, dry, itchy skin near the ankle
- A rash of skin ulceration on the ankle or lower leg
Schedule an appointment with Vein Clinic of Greater Kansas City today. Or, give us a call with any questions you may have regarding your vein or circulatory health. We have two convenient locations in Overland Park, KS, and Liberty, MO.