What are the causes of varicose veins?

Varicose veins occur when the valves in your veins don’t work properly (the valves normally control blood flow in your vein), causing blood to build up and put pressure on the vein, causing it to swell and twist. Varicose veins are very common and can affect anyone, but there are several risk factors that increase their incidence, such as: Female gender Aging Obesity and pregnancy Spending a lot of time standing or sitting A family history of varicose veins Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Is varicose vein embolization painful?

This procedure is usually combined with a combination of local anesthesia and mild sedation. With anesthesia, you shouldn’t feel any pain. There may be some discomfort, but it’s much less painful than other options that can be used, such as surgery.

What is the cost of varicose vein embolization?

Laser treatment is one of the most popular and effective options for treating varicose veins, with costs in Turkey ranging from $1,500 to $3,000, depending on the city and medical facilities. Laser treatment is non-surgical and requires a short recovery time.

Do varicose veins recur after varicose vein embolization treatment?

Varicose veins can recur significantly and be worse than they were before, meaning that not only can the varicose veins return after treatment, they may be worse than they were before surgery. Although this will not apply to all patients, some patients may experience more severe symptoms than they were before surgery.

How long does one session of varicose vein embolization take?

Varicose vein embolization treatment session (either using laser or radiofrequency) usually takes 30 to 60 minutes. The time required varies depending on several factors, such as: The size of the affected area The number of veins being treated The type of device used