Vascular Surgery Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which a physician or nurse, using a syringe with a tiny needle, injects a small amount of a concentrated saline solution directly into the thread vein.

The solution displaces the blood within the vein, making it blanch or turn white. The solution then causes the vessel to become irritated and to close, preventing the blood from re-entering the vein.

The veins will gradually fade and within two to eight weeks following treatment some will completely disappear. A maximum of 4 treatment sessions will be required to achieve optimum results.

Following each treatment you will be required to wear support tights supplied by the clinic, for approximately 3 days. For the first 48 hours after treatment it is best to avoid strenuous exercise, hot baths or saunas. You should not take travel by air or take any long journeys for up to one month after treatment.

The cost of Sclerotherapy is £200 per treatment, Maximum 4 treatments with 4-12 weeks in between each treatment.