硬化療法とは何ですか?

Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins by injecting a specialized solution into the affected veins. This treatment causes controlled injury to the vein lining, leading to thrombosis (blood clot formation) and fibrosis (scar tissue formation), eventually causing the veins to collapse and fade over time.

1. Pre-Treatment Preparation
   • Wear comfortable clothing, such as a skirt or loose pants, for easy access to the treatment area.
   • A Doppler ultrasound examination is conducted to check for any underlying venous reflux in deep veins like the femoral and great saphenous veins.
2. Treatment Process
   • The patient is asked to stand for about 10 to 20 minutes before the procedure, allowing the veins to become more visible.
   • Our specialized vascular surgeon maps out the treatment areas.
   • A carefully selected concentration of the sclerosing agent is injected into the targeted veins.
   • For deeper, non-visible varicose veins, Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy is used to precisely locate the vein and ensure accurate injection placement.
   • After injection, the area is compressed using bandages and medical tape.
3. Post-Treatment Care
   • Wearing compression stockings after treatment is strongly recommended to improve effectiveness.
   • Over time, the treated veins harden and are naturally reabsorbed by the body.
   • Some patients may experience temporary brown pigmentation along the treated veins due to bruising and minor inflammation, typically fading within six months.

At Evita Clinic, all sclerotherapy treatments are performed by Dr. Francis Jeon, a board-certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon. For online consultations, patients may attach photos of their varicose veins, but for privacy reasons, selecting the 'Secret' option is advised.