Transcript The Closure Procedure - Oro Valley Vein Center

New Horizons
in the
Treatment of Spider Veins
Spider Veins
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Small blue or purple veins just
beneath the skin
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Affect millions of Americans
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Typically progressive
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Often inherited
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Affect ankles, calves, thighs,
nose
Symptoms
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Visual - Small blue or purple
veins can be seen just beneath
the surface of the skin
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Stinging
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Itching
Causes

Heredity
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Excessive body weight
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Prolonged standing or sitting
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Pregnancy
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Hormonal changes
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Advancing Age
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Injury or trauma to vein
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Sun exposure
Treatment Options
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Conservative Treatment
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Sclerotherapy
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Laser Treatment / Double-Injury Technique
Conservative Treatment
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Weight loss
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Exercise
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Elevation
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Compression stockings
Compression Stockings
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Prevent pooling of blood in veins
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Promotes healthy blood flow by
compressing veins
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Ideally worn during long-periods of
standing or sitting
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Reduces discomfort and progression
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Expensive
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Hot
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Difficult to put on
Sclerotherapy Alone
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Most popular treatment
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Tiny needles
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FDA-approved medication
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Irritates lining of vein, causing
it to collapse
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Two to four 20 minute sessions
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Minimal discomfort
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Can cause discoloration or
staining of skin
Laser & Sclerotherapy Treatment
“Double-Injury Technique”
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By using laser first, vein is
damaged, allowing small
amount of solution in the vein.
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Decreased risk of skin staining
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Faster resolution than
sclerotherapy alone
Recovery Period?
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Walking encouraged day of procedure
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Return to normal activities next day
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Strenuous exercise (running or step aerobics
e.g.) after three weeks
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Return to work next day
Summary
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Spider veins cause discomfort and
embarrassment
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Exercise, weight loss, elevation and
compression stockings may alleviate
symptoms
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Current treatment options have significantly
improved over recent years
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Laser vein therapy and Sclerotherapy are
effective treatment options
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Low risk and minimal associated recovery