Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure that treats varicose veins and spider veins, usually on your legs. Your healthcare provider uses a needle to inject a special solution into your varicose vein or spider vein. This chemical solution irritates your blood vessel lining, making it expand, stick together and form a scar. This closes off your vein, making it look and feel better.
Sclerotherapy is performed by injecting a special solution directly into unwanted varicose or spider veins with a fine needle, causing the veins to collapse and fade over time. The procedure typically takes about 30–45 minutes, with mild discomfort possible during the injections. Patients can return to their regular activities soon after, but are advised to wear compression stockings for a few days to aid healing.
Bruising, hyperpigmentation, matting, transient swelling, rare thrombophlebitis and allergy.
Compression stockings worn for 1–2 weeks; avoid vigorous exercise for 48 hours. Normal
activities resume immediately.
Compression stockings worn for 1–2 weeks; avoid vigorous exercise for 48 hours. Normal
activities resume immediately.
Duplex ultrasound to rule out deep vein thrombosis and significant reflux pre-procedure.