“Is varicose vein treatment with ablation permanent?”
I want to remove varicose veins from my legs with ablation. Is varicose vein treatment with ablation permanent?
3 Answers
RadiologicTechnologistRadiology
No, it is not always permanent. New varicose veins can develop over time, and untreated underlying issues may lead to recurrence. To learn more, connect with me at drjeromepuryear.com. Thank you!
Barry A. Cochran
Registered Nurse, HIV Case Management and Educator, Oncology, Emergency Room, Anticoagulant
Virginia
Abalation of varicose veins uses heat to permanently seal the varicose veins.
That does not stop new ones from appearing however
Barry A. Cochran
That does not stop new ones from appearing however
Barry A. Cochran
The veins that are ablated are permanently fixed, but the other veins that may not be showing now may slowly dilate and become visible. The underlying anatomical problem that leads to the veins swelling is not fixed systemically.
