Blood vessels are vital components of circulatory systems in all humans. Any malfunction may have a far reaching effect and must therefore be addressed in time and effectively. Some diseases affecting these vessels are acute while others are chronic. Whichever the case, all require adequate care as a way of preserving quality and healthy living. For this reason, let us consider varicose vein treatment as part of venous care for quality life.
Different persons may seek medical care for varying reasons. More often, distressing symptoms and or complications of varicose veins is the primary driving force behind health seeking. In some other cases, individuals come complaining of undesired physical appearance created by venous distention. Whichever the case, it is necessary that all cases are addressed in time and effectively. In addressing this condition, physicians may adopt different available options as outlined below.
One form of treatment that is commonly adopted is endothermic ablation. It is intended to close affected vessels thereby occluding them. This prevents any further flow of blood through them and allows such vessels to disintegrate with time. This may take the form of radiofrequency ablation or endoveous laser treatment. The goal in each case is to seal off affected vessels and promote patient comfort.
Option two involves application of sclerotherapy. A chemical substance is directly injected into affected structures. This chemical is in the form of foam and causes scaring and eventual loss of function in target vessels. All persons who have a positive history of deep vein thrombosis must not undergo this procedure. It tends to cause recurrence of the same after procedure.
In case one is not suitable for the above two options, surgical intervention may be the next available care option. In this procedure, an incision is made at terminal ends of identified structures; a thin flexible sterile metal wire is then inserted into the vessels to aid in stripping it off. A local or general anesthesia may be used depending on the extent of structures involved. After undergoing this minor surgery, one may experience some minor complications as bruising. Major complications as deep vein thrombosis may also occur but are very rare.
Another option is transilluminated powered phlebectomy. It is a relatively new way of managing varicose veins. An illumination source is used as a guide to identify target structures which are then removed. A suction device is used to accomplish this goal. During the procedure, ether a local or general anesthesia is used. The choice is guided by assessment and preference of a physician.
Other modalities of care may be carried out at places of residence. These interventions do not require hospitalization as the guidelines and procedures involved are simple and easy to carry out. One of these other options is use of stalking. Compression stalking is designed to squeeze muscles and hence blood gently promoting circulation. It assists in preventing stasis of blood.
In conclusion, it is worth noting that timely management of varicose veins is the most appropriate action needed to prevent undesired health complications. These complications are preventable and therefore should not be allowed to cause avoidable disability.
Different persons may seek medical care for varying reasons. More often, distressing symptoms and or complications of varicose veins is the primary driving force behind health seeking. In some other cases, individuals come complaining of undesired physical appearance created by venous distention. Whichever the case, it is necessary that all cases are addressed in time and effectively. In addressing this condition, physicians may adopt different available options as outlined below.
One form of treatment that is commonly adopted is endothermic ablation. It is intended to close affected vessels thereby occluding them. This prevents any further flow of blood through them and allows such vessels to disintegrate with time. This may take the form of radiofrequency ablation or endoveous laser treatment. The goal in each case is to seal off affected vessels and promote patient comfort.
Option two involves application of sclerotherapy. A chemical substance is directly injected into affected structures. This chemical is in the form of foam and causes scaring and eventual loss of function in target vessels. All persons who have a positive history of deep vein thrombosis must not undergo this procedure. It tends to cause recurrence of the same after procedure.
In case one is not suitable for the above two options, surgical intervention may be the next available care option. In this procedure, an incision is made at terminal ends of identified structures; a thin flexible sterile metal wire is then inserted into the vessels to aid in stripping it off. A local or general anesthesia may be used depending on the extent of structures involved. After undergoing this minor surgery, one may experience some minor complications as bruising. Major complications as deep vein thrombosis may also occur but are very rare.
Another option is transilluminated powered phlebectomy. It is a relatively new way of managing varicose veins. An illumination source is used as a guide to identify target structures which are then removed. A suction device is used to accomplish this goal. During the procedure, ether a local or general anesthesia is used. The choice is guided by assessment and preference of a physician.
Other modalities of care may be carried out at places of residence. These interventions do not require hospitalization as the guidelines and procedures involved are simple and easy to carry out. One of these other options is use of stalking. Compression stalking is designed to squeeze muscles and hence blood gently promoting circulation. It assists in preventing stasis of blood.
In conclusion, it is worth noting that timely management of varicose veins is the most appropriate action needed to prevent undesired health complications. These complications are preventable and therefore should not be allowed to cause avoidable disability.
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