Today, many patients can benefit from the many new alternatives to stripping and ligation of varicose veins.  At the Michigan Vein Center effective in-office procedures are being used to treat varicose veins and other venous conditions.  The Center focuses on the patient's comfort, recovery and results and offers the following services:

Endovenous Laser

Definition: The closing of varicose vessels and rerouting blood flow to healthier, deeper veins
          w This is the newest technology available
          w A thin, fiber threaded needle is inserted into the vein
          w The fiber is laser activated, heating the vein wall and as it is removed, the vein closes
Post-Procedure:
          w Dressing over injection sites with 48 hour bandage wrap
          w Replace bandage with compression stockings for 10 days
          w Resume normal activity as tolerated

Ambulatory Phlebectomy

Definition: Removal of veins
          w Local anesthesia prior to procedure
          w Veins removed through small puncture incisions
          w Ultrasound guidance may be used during this procedure
Post-Procedure:
          w Firm dressing applied for 48 hours
          w Ambulation encouraged
          w Minimal "downtime"
          w Support stocking for two weeks after initial dressing is removed

Sclerotherapy

Definition: The process of inactivating a vein's lining resulting in the body removing the vein
          w Minimally invasive
               > tiny needle injection into vein
               > highly effective with spider veins
               > can be done for larger veins (with foam) and frequently with ultrasound guidance
          w In-office procedure with no "downtime"
Post-Procedure:
          w Compression stockings over injection sites for 48 hours
          w Immediately resume normal activity

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