Where vein treatments and conditions are involved, it’s common to have questions and lots of them. We hear many of these questions and understand your concerns. See for yourself some of the most common questions that we hear about our treatments at Heart of Dixie here. Of course, if you have any other questions, we’d be happy to answer them for you either in person or through our contact page.
What is venous insufficiency?
What is radiofrequency ablation procedure?
What is the VenaSeal closure procedure?
Why choose VenaSeal?
What happens when you treat venous reflux?
How are closure procedures such as Radiofrequency Ablation and VenaSeal different from vein stripping?
During a stripping procedure, the surgeon makes an incision in your groin and ties off the vein. After the incision is made, an instrument is thread through the saphenous vein and used to pull the vein out of your leg through a secondary incision just above your calf.
With our technology and training today, there is no need for incisions or surgery. Instead, the vein remains in place and is simply closed using a special catheter inserted through a small puncture. This eliminates the bruising, pain and long recovery often associated with vein stripping. Vein stripping is usually performed in an operating room, under a general anesthetic, while the closure procedure/radiofrequency ablation is performed on an outpatient basis using local anesthesia.
Why would I want to have my veins treated?
How long does Radiofrequency Ablation and VenaSeal take?
How do I know how many treatments I will need?
Is the closure procedure painful?
How quickly after treatment can I return to normal activities?
How soon after treatment will my symptoms improve?
Is there any scarring, bruising, or swelling after the procedure?
Are there any potential risks or complications associated with the closure procedure?
Can patients on blood thinners safely have the radiofrequency ablation/closure procedure?
How effective is the closure procedure?
What happens to the treated vein left behind in the vein?
Is the closure treatment covered by my insurance?
What are patients saying about the closure procedure?

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