Endovenous Laser Ablation

Endovenous Laser Ablation may be advised for aesthetic reasons or if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Painful, heavy and uncomfortable legs
• Swollen feet and ankles
• Burning or aching in your legs
• Muscle cramps, mostly at night
• Dry, prickly skin over the affected vein

Endovenous Laser Ablation is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthetic. Before and during the procedure the vein will be monitored via ultrasound imagery.

The surgeon will make a small cut or incision in the skin through which a catheter is passed and inserted into the varicose vein. A laser fibre will then be passed through the catheter into the vein. As the catheter is slowly removed, the laser fibre will heat up the length of the vein causing it to close up and shrink.

The cut where the catheter was inserted will likely be small enough that you won’t need stitches. A bandage will be put on the site and your surgeon may recommend using support stocking for recovery.

The procedure takes roughly 45 -90 minutes to perform depending on the number of veins being treated.

Guide price: £2,572

**Guide prices may vary following consultation

Expected length of stay: Day case procedure

Our Enquiries Team are here to help. To speak to a member of the team about a procedure, simply use one of the contact methods below:

• Complete the online contact form here
• Email our Enquiries Team on enquiries@osdhealthcare.co.uk
• Call our Enquiries Team on 01442 331 900