Vein disorders are more than just a cosmetic problem.
It’s estimated that 30 – 50 percent of adults, both men and women, are affected by some form of vein issue, such as varicose veins or spider veins with an even greater number of people 50 or older being affected. Vein treatment remedies are available, but many do not seek them out. There’s a common misconception that highly visible, twisted or bulging veins in the legs are a “cosmetic problem.” However, this could not be further from the truth.
Vein disorders have emotional and medical effects.
The unsightly and embarrassing appearance of varicose veins and spider veins can have an adverse impact on a person’s self-confidence and emotional well-being, but vein issues can cause physical discomforts as well. Vein disorders can be painful and, if left untreated, can lead to problems such as skin discoloration, feelings of heaviness, swelling, cramps, burning sensations and ulcers. In some cases, varicose veins may also be a symptom of deep vein thrombosis. This is a serious condition involving a leg blood clot that can be potentially life-threatening if it moves toward the heart or lungs.
Many vein disorders are caused by a problem called venous insufficiency. Normally functioning veins have the important task of carrying blood back to the heart, which then pumps blood to the lungs and throughout the body to replenish cells with oxygen essential to survival and healthy functioning. Venous insufficiency is a condition in which valves in the veins, which prevent blood from flowing in the wrong direction, do not work properly. This causes blood to pool in the veins, producing visible veins beneath the skin surface as well as swelling and discomfort.
The answer: Comprehensive Vein Treatments at Delaney Radiology.
With vein treatments readily available, there is no need to continue suffering from the emotional and physical discomfort—and potential medical complications—of vein disorders. Delaney Radiology offers a new treatment option, conveniently available in our offices serving the greater Wilmington area. The treatment, called Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), works with laser energy and your body’s natural healing processes to close and reabsorb malfunctioning veins. The body then naturally redirects blood flow to healthy veins. EVLT offers patients the benefits of:
- Success rate up to 98 percent
- Office-based vein treatment with minimal discomfort
- No hospital stay required
- Lower risk of complications compared to other vein treatment options
- Fast procedure—you’ll be back on your feet in approximately 45 minutes
The Delaney Vein Center physicians are fellowship trained Vascular and Interventional Radiologists that have the most catheter-based treatment experience in the region. We offer comprehensive vein care including conservative treatment, Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), phlebectomy and sclerotherapy.
Vein treatments currently offered:
- Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT)- internal laser treatment
- Sclerotherapy- injection of spider and varicose veins
- Phlebectomy- removal of varicose veins
If you have health insurance and a diagnosable vein disorder, you’re probably covered for EVLT services at Delaney Radiology. We want you to have the information you need to stay up to date on our comprehensive vein services. Take the first step now toward relief and fill out our Contact form. Or call us at (910) 332-VEIN to speak to one of our specialists.
Check out our blog post to learn what to expect with vein treatment at Delaney!