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Varicose Vein Procedures

Get relief from pain, swelling, and irritation caused by varicose veins with our minimally invasive procedures. Varicose veins affect as many as 40% of Americans.1

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Learn about varicose veins

What are varicose veins?

Varicose veins are very common, affecting as many as 40 million Americans.1 Though women with a history of pregnancy are most likely to develop them, they can affect anyone—man or woman, young or old. Varicose veins are often linked to family history.

Varicose veins are large, swollen veins that usually show up on your legs. This happens when the openings inside your veins get weak or damaged. These openings are supposed to keep the blood flowing toward your heart. When they don’t work right, blood can flow backwards and pool into the veins. This can cause symptoms like aching, leg heaviness, swelling, skin discoloration, and even bleeding.

Spider veins are similar to varicose veins but occur closer to the skin’s surface. Some people have only spider veins, but they can also be a sign of hidden varicose veins.

Who is a candidate for varicose vein procedures?
 

If varicose veins are causing you pain or discomfort, then our minimally invasive, nonsurgical procedures could be right for you. These outpatient procedures are quick and offer relief from painful symptoms.

You might be a candidate for these procedures if you:

  • Have visible veins that affect the appearance of your legs
  • Experience pain, aching, or heaviness in your legs
  • Have swelling or skin discoloration
  • Have tried compression stockings without relief

What procedures help with varicose veins?
 

If varicose or spider veins are causing discomfort, our minimally invasive procedures can help you look and feel better—with little to no downtime. These procedures are done to close off or remove damaged veins, allowing blood to flow through healthier veins nearby. They are performed in an outpatient setting, so you can go home the same day.

Your doctor may recommend any one of the following procedures based on your individual needs:

  • VenaSeal ablation: A medical adhesive is used to glue the vein shut. VenaSeal ablation has a 90% success rate.2
  • Endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) for varicose veins: A tiny laser fiber is guided into the varicose vein to seal the vein shut. Over time, the vein fades away. EVLT is 95-98% effective.3
  • Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for varicose veins: 
A thin, hollow tube called a catheter heats and collapses the damaged varicose vein. The vein is gradually absorbed by the body. RFA has a 99% success rate.4
  • Sclerotherapy: A solution is injected into small varicose or spider veins, causing them to swell, close, and eventually disappear. Sclerotherapy has a success rate of 75-90%.5
  • Microphlebectomy for large varicose veins: Tiny nicks are made in the skin to remove large, bulging varicose veins—no stitches needed. This procedure has a 98% success rate6 and may be combined with VenaSeal ablation or EVLT to seal veins leading to the skin.

What are the benefits of varicose vein procedures?

Procedures that help with varicose veins have many long-term benefits. You will experience an improvement in the appearance of varicose veins and will have less pain and swelling. Other benefits of varicose vein procedures include:

  • Minimally invasive—no large cuts or scarring
  • Same-day procedure—recover quickly at home
  • Relief from pain, aching, or heaviness in the legs
  • Reduction in skin discoloration and the appearance of visible veins for more confidence
  • Improvement in skin irritation and skin ulcers
  • Decreased risk for skin infections
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Experts in varicose vein procedures

We put you and your needs at the center of your care. Our team of experts uses the latest imaging technology and minimally invasive techniques to treat varicose and spider veins. Experience relief and get back to your daily routine with a simple procedure and minimal recovery time. Request an appointment at one of our centers to see if one of our varicose vein procedures is right for you.

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FAQs

Learn more about varicose vein procedures

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The success rates for varicose and spider vein procedures are usually very high. Here's a breakdown of the exact success rate for each procedure:

  • VenaSeal ablation: 90% effective2
  • Endovenous ablation therapy (EVLT): 95-98% effective3
  • Radiofrequency ablation (RFA): 99% effective4
  • Sclerotherapy: 75-90% effective5
  • Microphlebectomy: 98% effective with no new varicose veins one year after treatment6

While these procedures usually work very well, it is possible for new, small veins to grow years down the road. If they return years later, they are usually very small and easier to treat. Your doctor may recommend that you continue to wear compression stockings to prevent new varicose veins from forming.

Varicose and spider vein procedures are very safe, especially with an experienced doctor. Some people may experience minor bruising and soreness. Most patients feel little pain and heal quickly. Your doctor will discuss any risks or side effects during your initial appointment.

Getting ready for your varicose or spider vein procedure is simple. You'll meet with your doctor to review your health history. Your doctor may perform a physical exam and determine which procedure will be best for you. Your doctor will explain the procedure in detail and answer any questions you have. Ahead of your procedure, you should bathe or shower and shave the area of your leg where you'll be treated. It's also recommended to bring compression stockings with you to the center to wear after your procedure.

Recovery from a varicose vein procedure is usually quick and easy. 
It's an outpatient procedure, so you'll go home the same day. Most people have little pain or discomfort after the procedure and are walking right away. The varicose and spider veins will gradually fade away, typically within a few weeks to a few months. You will be encouraged to wear compression stockings long-term to prevent new varicose veins from forming.

Our centers take most insurance plans. However, always check with your insurance provider to understand what your plan covers and any costs you may incur, such as a co-pay.

Sources


1. Varicose Veins. Society for Vascular Surgery. Accessed April 18, 2025. 

2. Tang TY, Yap CJQ, Chan SL, et al. 3-year clinical outcomes of A Singapore VenaSeal™ real world post market evaluation Study (ASVS) for varicose vein ablation. CVIR Endovasc. 2024;7(1):41. Published 2024 Apr 27. doi:10.1186/s42155-024 00452-8

3. Lattimer CR, Kalinowski M, Davies HO, et al. Systematic Review and Network Meta Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials Comparing Endovenous Ablation Techniques for Primary Varicose Vein Disease. J Vasc Surg Venous Lymphat Disord. 2021;9(5):1241-1252.e7. doi:10.1016/j.jvsv.2021.01.013

4. Hamann SAS, Giang J, De Maeseneer M, Nijenhuis RJG, van den Berg JC. Radiofrequency ablation versus conventional surgery for great saphenous vein incompetence. J Vasc Surg Lymphat Disord. 2020;8(4):700-708. doi:10.1016/j.jvsv.2019.12.066

5. Rasmussen LH, Lawaetz M, Serup J, Bjoern L, Vennits B, Norregaard S. Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Endovenous Laser Ablation, Foam Sclerotherapy and Surgical Stripping for Great Saphenous Vein Varicose Veins. Br J Surg. 2011;98(8):1079-1086. doi:10.1002/bjs.7555

6. Microphlebectomy. UPMC. Accessed April 18, 2025. 

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