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Varicose Vein Treatment in Birmingham, AL

VISA doctors offer a non-surgical treatment for varicose veins. If you are experiencing painful varicose veins or simply wish to get rid of them for aesthetic reasons, our doctors are happy to consult with you to discuss your options.

Our minimally invasive varicose vein treatment is called radiofrequency ablation, or RFA for short. During an RFA procedure, the doctor uses radiofrequency energy (heat) to seal the diseased vein. This causes the vein to shrink and is eventually absorbed by the body. Blood is automatically re-routed through other healthy veins.

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The RFA Procedure

  1. After numbing the skin, the interventional radiologist inserts a tiny catheter through the skin and into the varicose vein using ultrasound guidance.
  2. Radiofrequency energy is released which heats and closes the wall of the faulty vein.
  3. After the procedure, you’ll wear compression stockings and walk for 30 minutes to promote circulation and healing.
  4. You are then able to return home.
  5. Over time, the treated vein will disappear while blood is rerouted through healthy veins.

For more information or to schedule your vein consultation, please call 205-905-8411.

For more information about varicose vein treatment offered by the physicians of VISA, please contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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