Radiofrequency Ablation
Radiofrequency Ablation of Varicose Veins
Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally-invasive (keyhole) procedure which treats the underlying cause of varicose veins i.e. superficial venous reflux.
Under ultrasound guidance, a tiny catheter is placed into the diseased vein and radiofrequency (RF) energy delivers controlled heat to the vein wall. This seals the diseased vein, allowing blood to be re-routed to the heart via healthy veins.
Patients usually resume normal activity within 2-3 days.
Stockings must be worn post-operatively.
RF is highly effective with a 97% success rate after 3 years.
Radiofrequency Ablation has been shown to be superior to Laser treatment (980nm) with regard to:
- Less pain and bruising
- Fewer complications
- Faster recovery
Read a study on Radiofrequency Ablation Recovery results
You can learn more about the procedure by watching this video or at www.venefitprocedure.com
Varicose Vein Treatments
Mr O’Brien offers several treatment options for eliminating varicose veins, whether you have small cosmetic veins or large varicose veins.
Click on the treatment options below to find out more
Radiofrequency Ablation (Venefit) of varicose veins
Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally-invasive (keyhole) procedure which treats the underlying cause of varicose veins i.e. superficial venous reflux.
Traditional varicose vein surgery.
Whilst new keyhole techniques have modernised treatment for varicose veins, there are certain situations where traditional open vein surgery remains the best option.
Cyanoacrylate Glue
Glue is a newer procedure for sealing larger varicose veins.
Foam sclerotherapy (Ultrasound-guided)
Foam sclerotherapy can be used to treat moderate or larger varicose veins, or veins which gave recurred after prior vein surgery.
Micro-sclerotherapy
Microsclerotherapy is the treatment of choice for smaller, superficial thread veins of the legs.
Thermavein
Thermavein™ is a new technology offering the instant, safe and permanent removal of facial veins and small thread leg veins (also known as telangiectasia).