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EVLT® stands for EndoVenous Laser
Treatment, a leading varicose vein treatment procedure from Diomed.
It is simple, effective, and is the first choice of patients and
physicians. The treatment takes less than an hour to eliminate
varicose veins.
During the procedure, a laser is fired
along and inside the varicose vein. The energy from the laser
damages the vein walls, shrinking them closed to prevent blood from
flowing through. Research shows a success rate of 93%-98% in
individuals undergoing EVLT® varicose vein treatment (based on
clinical data with up to five years of follow-up). This is much
higher than the alternative treatments, including: injection
sclerotherapy, radiofrequency, and surgical ligation and stripping.
Due to its increased efficacy and lower morbidity, market
researchers predict that endovenous laser treatment will be the new
“gold standard.”
Like all other minimally invasive
procedures, EVLT® can potentially result in some minor bruising,
which usually goes away during the first several weeks. With EVLT®,
you will feel a “pulling” sensation as well as delayed tightness
about 4 to 7 days after the varicose vein treatment procedure is
completed. These side effects are normal and are expected after a
successful treatment procedure. During the procedure, you will be
provided with special glasses to wear in order to protect your eyes.
This is just a precaution against accidental laser energy firing
outside an individual’s body. |
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