Varithena in Katy, Texas (TX)
As a great
saphenous vein system treatment, Varithena is a FDA-approved, foam-based
alternative to some of the top-tier solutions currently on the market. It is non-surgical and works to improve the
symptoms caused by varicose veins, as well as minimize their appearance.
What Does Varithena Consist of and How Does it Work?
Varithena is
composed of polidoconol, a local anesthetic that is used as a sclerosant
(varicose vein irritant treatment). It is administered via an injection (a
catheter is used in some cases) straight into the GSV system and takes no more
than an hour for a physician to complete.
The
microfoam then fills the vein and subsequently collapses the affected vein. As
a result, blood flow transfers to adjacent veins, establishing healthier
circulation.
What Are the Side Effects?
While minimal, the most common side effects of Varithena include leg pain, injection site pain and, in rare cases, serious blood clots. If you are susceptible to blood clots or currently have them, you should consider alternatives. Because of the nature of the procedure, you should not engage in any heavy activity for a week following treatment.Types of Veins Varithena Treats
Being a foam-based inoculation, and also being the only FDA-approved treatment of its kind, it does not involve any incisions or targeted thermal applications. It is direct and covers the affected regions of the GSV system quickly and effectively.Here are some of the types of varicose veins it is most effective on:
- Tortuous (twisted) veins
- Veins above and below the knee
- Veins with small, medium, and large diameters
- Veins previously treated with other methods
For more information regarding foam scleropathy, click here.
About UT Physicians Vein Center – Katy
With more than 1,000 clinicians certified in more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties, UT Physicians provides multi-specialty care for the entire family. UT Physicians helps patients needing urgent, highly specialized or complex care and also provides high-quality, wellness-oriented primary care for routine illnesses and maintenance of good health.
Affiliated with McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), UT Physicians doctors are internationally recognized for leading-edge medical research and treatment. Many are among the Woodward-White “Best Doctors in America.” UT Physicians and McGovern Medical School are national leaders in research, education and clinical excellence.
UT Physicians is committed to providing the best that medicine has to offer with quality care that incorporates the latest medical treatments and innovations and the most up-to-date technology. This commitment is supported by a team of expert physicians that can consult with you on virtually every type of medical condition and a philosophy that prevention and education are essential to overall wellness.
Additional Locations
Additional Locations
UT Physicians Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Sugar Land
17510 W. Grand Parkway West S Suite 320
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Featured Specialist for Varithena in Katy, TX
UT Physicians Vein Center – Katy
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More Services from UT Physicians Vein Center – Katy
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Treatment
- Asclera
- Compression Stockings
- Foam Sclerotherapy
- Spider Vein Treatment
- Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis
- Sclerotherapy
- Stenting
- Varicose Vein Treatment
- Venous Insufficiency Treatment
- Venous Disease Management
- Varicose Vein Home Treatments
- Wound Care
- Varicose Vein Surgery
- Vein Treatments
- Venous Reflux Exams
- VNUS
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Venous Leg Ulcer Treatment
- Venous Ultrasound
- Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy
- Venous Leg Vein Care
- ClosureFast
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency Care
- Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Treatment
