Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) / Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
About Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) / Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
EVLT and RFA are minimally invasive procedures used to treat varicose veins by closing abnormal veins using heat energy.
Overview
These procedures are commonly preferred over open surgery due to smaller incisions, less pain, and quicker recovery.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) / Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
- ⦾ Leg pain
- ⦾ Swollen veins
- ⦾ Heaviness in legs
- ⦾ Night cramps
- ⦾ Skin discoloration
Recovery & Outlook
EVLT and RFA provide excellent long-term symptom control with faster recovery and minimal scarring.
Risks
- ⦾ Minor burns
- ⦾ Bruising
- ⦾ Temporary nerve irritation
- ⦾ Blood clots
- ⦾ Vein recurrence
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Compression stockings
- ⦾ Early walking
- ⦾ Hydration
- ⦾ Avoid prolonged inactivity
- ⦾ Follow-up Doppler scan
Doctors Who Perform Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) / Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
Meet experienced cardiology(heart care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform endovenous laser therapy (evlt) / radiofrequency ablation (rfa).
Dr. Nagaraja Moorthy
MBBS, MD (INTERNAL MEDICINE),DM(CARDIOLOGY)
KMC: 64485
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Dr Suhas Raj S
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Cardiology
KMC: 158514
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
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