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What are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly affect the legs due to faulty vein valves and abnormal blood flow. When these valves fail, blood pools within the veins, causing them to enlarge and become visible. Over time, varicose veins may lead to leg pain, swelling, skin changes, and complications if left untreated.
Modern varicose vein treatment in Bangalore focuses on minimally invasive, image-guided techniques that close or eliminate diseased veins while allowing blood to reroute through healthy veins. These treatments avoid open surgery and are designed to relieve symptoms, improve circulation, and prevent disease progression.
A detailed ultrasound and imaging-based evaluation is essential to understand vein anatomy and blood flow patterns, ensuring the most appropriate treatment approach is selected.
Varicose Veins
Varicose vein treatment may be advised when symptoms begin to affect comfort, mobility, or quality of life.
Common symptoms include:
- Visible, bulging veins in the legs
- Leg pain or aching, especially after prolonged standing
- Heaviness or fatigue in the legs
- Swelling of the ankles or feet
- Skin discoloration, itching, or hardening around veins
- Non-healing ulcers in advanced cases
Why Choose Varicose Vein Treatment in Bangalore at Vikash IR Clinic?
Dr. Vikash Chennur is a senior Interventional Radiologist and AIIMS Gold Medalist, with extensive national and international experience in image-guided, minimally invasive venous interventions.
Treatment of varicose veins depends on symptom severity, vein anatomy, and overall vascular health. Modern treatments offered include endovenous laser ablation, radiofrequency or microwave ablation, endovenous glue therapy, and percutaneous sclerotherapy. These minimally invasive, image-guided procedures precisely target diseased veins while preserving healthy veins and surrounding tissues.
Care is focused on:
- Accurate diagnosis using duplex ultrasound
- Tailored treatment planning for each patient
- Minimally invasive techniques with faster recovery
- Long-term symptom relief and improved circulation
Procedure Overview & Recovery Timeline
Varicose vein treatment is performed using minimally invasive techniques, typically through tiny needle punctures rather than surgical incisions. Under ultrasound or image guidance, affected veins are closed or treated, allowing blood to redirect through healthy veins.
- Procedure duration: approximately 30–90 minutes
- Anesthesia: local anesthesia in most cases
- Hospital stay: usually not required
Patients are encouraged to walk immediately after the procedure. Mild pain, bruising, or tightness may occur temporarily and are managed with medications and compression stockings. Most patients return to normal daily activities within 1–2 days, while symptom improvement continues over the following weeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Varicose Vein Treatment
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1. What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins caused by faulty vein valves, most commonly affecting the legs.
2. Are varicose veins only a cosmetic problem?
No. Varicose veins can cause pain, swelling, skin changes, and complications if left untreated.
3. What treatments are available for varicose veins?
Modern treatments include minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that treat diseased veins without open surgery. These include laser ablation, microwave or radiofrequency ablation, endovenous glue, or sclerotherapy. The appropriate treatment is selected based on detailed ultrasound mapping of the veins, symptom severity, and individual patient factors to ensure the safest and most effective outcome.
4. Is varicose vein treatment painful?
Most procedures cause minimal discomfort and are performed under local anesthesia.
5. How long does the procedure take?
Treatment typically takes between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on disease extent.
6. Will I need to stay in the hospital?
Hospital stay is usually not required. Most patients go home the same day.
7. How soon can I walk after treatment?
Walking is encouraged immediately after treatment.
8. How long is the recovery period?
Most patients resume normal activities within one to two days.
9. Can varicose veins come back after treatment?
Treated veins do not return, but new veins may develop over time. Regular follow-up helps manage long-term outcomes.
10. Who is a good candidate for varicose vein treatment?
Eligibility is determined through clinical evaluation and imaging to select the most effective treatment approach.