Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy
Ultrasound guided sclerotherapy uses the same ultrasound machine that is used to map problems within the veins to help guide a very fine needle into each varicose vein to inject the sclerosing solution. Using ultrasound, one is able to see the veins deeper in the leg.
Starting near the top of the leg a fine needle is put directly into the vein. The needle can be seen with ultrasound guidance moving towards the vein and then penetrating the vein wall. Once the needle is in place the sclerosing agent (foamy solution) is injected into the vein all while being monitored by ultrasound.
The sclerosant or foam reflects the soundwaves from the ultrasound, making it easier to see where the foam has travelled within the vein and makes it easier to inject the right amount in the right place. Using ultrasound guidance allows for exact placement of the needle and the sclerosing agent ensuring the entire vein is treated.
Ultrasound guidance makes for a very accurate vein treatment. Without ultrasound, one cannot successfully treat varicose veins.
Usually one leg can be treated in two sessions with an option of a session of microsclerotherapy to tidy up any spider veins if necessary. We wait at least two months before performing thread vein treatment as some thread veins may reduce in size following the bigger vein treatments. Follow-up ultrasounds at one, two and six months after the procedure can demonstrate the effectiveness of the vein closure. Minor top-up injections can be done if necessary to ensure the optimum closure of the veins. These follow-up visits are covered by Medicare.
Needle going into the vein under ultrasound guidance with the injection of sclerosant following this.
Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy Procedure
The images below show the ultrasound guided sclerotherapy fine needle going into the varicose vein. Ultrasound shows the exact location of the vein so an accurate dose of sclerosant can be injected directly into the vessel.
Booking an Appointment at our Clinic
For all vein appointments all you need to bring is your Medicare Card with no referral needed. We also supply and fit compression stockings. To discuss treatment and pricing options you can contact us here.
Booking an Appointment at our Clinic
For all vein appointments all you need to bring is your Medicare Card with no referral needed. We also supply and fit compression stockings. To discuss treatment and pricing options you can contact us here.