SURGICAL TREATMENT OF VARICOSE VEINS

Every second is at risk for varicose veins. This is a pathological deformation of veins as the result of vascular walls attenuation and disorders of venous valves. Varicose veins can be detected in different organs, for example, in the oesophagus, but the most common case in medical practice is lower extremities varicose veins. Depending on a patient’s condition at the moment of visiting a doctor, surgical treatment of varicose veins is prescribed in Lviv.

SYMPTOMS AND STAGES OF VARICOSE VEINS

According to specialists, there are 6 stages of varicose veins:

• At the early stages (1-2) patients may notice single vascular spiders on the legs. Enlarged swollen veins and bumps appear under the skin over time.
• At stage 3 of varicose veins, deformed vessels bulge out of the skin in the form of twisted clusters with oedema.
• At further stages, the disease leads to the formation of skin trophic changes and ulcers.

Other symptoms include itching, swelling of the legs, cramps. It’s necessary to visit a doctor (vascular surgeon or phlebologist) when the first signs of discomfort appear (heavy legs, swelling, spider veins). At the early stage, a basic conservative therapy is prescribed that is aimed at strengthening of the venous walls.

SURGERY FOR VARICOSE VEINS IN LVIV

Surgery is the only effective method of varicose veins treatment at the advanced stage of the disease. As practice and patient feedback show, laser and radiofrequency ablation are the most effective and safe methods. In some cases, sclerotherapy or phlebectomy may be recommended. Before starting treatment at Korona Center, a patient undergoes a thorough examination.

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR VARICOSE VEINS SURGICAL TREATMENT

The limitations for varicose veins surgical treatment are:

• pregnancy;
• infectious diseases;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• cardiovascular and hematopoietic systems diseases;
• other complex pathologies.

THE PRICE FOR VARICOSE VEINS SURGICAL TREATMENT IN LVIV

The price for varicose veins surgery and anaesthesia method (local or general) in Lviv, as well as rehabilitation period (from 1 week to 1 month), depends on the chosen treatment method and the patient’s condition.