Advanced Vein Treatment
Common Questions
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Before EVLT
After EVLT
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How does endovenous laser treatment (EVLT™) work?
The laser energy damages the vein walls, shrinking them and closing
the faulty vein so that the blood cannot flow through it. This
eliminates vein bulging at its source.
- Is loss of this vein a problem?
No. After treatment, the blood in the faulty veins will be diverted
to the many normal veins in the leg.
- What are the complications of this procedure?
The only minimal complications experienced with EVLT have been
a small number of cases of numbness that passes quickly.
- Am I at risk from the laser?
No. Just as a precaution against accidental firing of laser energy
outside the body, you will be given a pair of special glasses
to protect your eyes.
- How successful is EVLT?
97% of first-time EVLT treatments are successful.
- Is it covered by insurance?
If it is determined in the initial consultation that this
procedure is medically necessary, your health insurance plan may
cover all or some of the costs. Please check with your insurer
for details.
For more information or an initial consultation with a board-certified
physician, please call 401-444-5184.
EVLT is a trademark of DIOMED, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Photos on this page courtesy of DIOMED, Inc.
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