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Laser Varicose Vein Treatment Surgery (EVLT / EVLA)
👉 What are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted, enlarged veins, most commonly seen in the legs. They develop when the valves inside the veins become weak, causing blood to pool in the legs instead of flowing properly toward the heart. This often leads to visible bulging veins, heaviness, pain, swelling, and cramps.
👉 Symptoms…
- Visible blue or purple bulging veins on the legs
- Twisted, rope-like veins under the skin
- Leg heaviness or tiredness
- Aching or throbbing pain in the legs
- Swelling in ankles and feet
- Night cramps or burning sensation
- Itching around the affected veins
- Pain worsens after long standing or sitting
- Skin darkening near ankle
- Non-healing ulcers in severe cases
👉 What is Laser Varicose Vein Treatment?
Laser Varicose Vein Treatment, also called Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), is an advanced minimally invasive procedure in which a thin laser fiber is inserted into the affected vein under ultrasound guidance.
The laser energy heats the vein from inside, causing it to seal, collapse, and gradually disappear, while blood automatically flows through healthy nearby veins.
🌟 Advantages of Laser Varicose Vein Surgery
- Minimally invasive, no major cuts
- Done under local anesthesia
- Day-care / same-day discharge
- Minimal pain and bruising
- Faster return to work
- Better cosmetic appearance
- Lower infection risk
- Excellent long-term results
👉 Who Needs Laser Varicose Vein Surgery?
Laser treatment may be advised if you have:
- Visible bulging leg veins
- Leg heaviness or aching
- Swelling in legs or ankles
- Night cramps
- Skin discoloration near ankle
- Recurrent vein inflammation
- Non-healing venous ulcers
It is especially useful when symptoms continue despite compression stockings and lifestyle changes.
👉 How the Surgery is Performed?
- Duplex ultrasound mapping of leg veins
- Local anesthesia is given
- A thin laser catheter is inserted into the vein
- Laser energy seals the vein from inside
- Compression dressing or stockings are applied
- The procedure usually takes 30–60 minutes and is commonly done as a day-care treatment.
👉 Recovery & Aftercare?
- Walk within 30–60 minutes after procedure
- Go home the same day
- Resume office work in 1–2 days
- Wear compression stockings for a few days to weeks as advised
- Avoid prolonged standing initially
- Regular walking helps faster recovery
👉 Why Choose Laser Over Traditional Fistula Surgery?
- No large stitches
- Less pain and bruising
- Faster healing
- Minimal scars
- Better cosmetic results
- Early return to normal routine
- Lower hospital stay
👉 Are There Any Risks?
Laser varicose vein treatment is very safe, but possible minor risks include:
- Mild pain or swelling
- Temporary discharge
- Rare recurrence depending on fistula complexityMild bruising or swelling
- Temporary numbness
- Skin discoloration
- Rare blood clot formation
- Very rare skin burns or nerve irritation
👩⚕️ Meet Your Surgeon
Dr. Harpreet Kaur, MS (General Surgery), FIAGES, is an experienced laparoscopic surgeon with advanced Laser Surgery Training received from AIIMS, New Delhi. She is dedicated to providing safe, patient-centered care with advanced minimally invasive techniques.
- Expertise in laser and advanced proctology procedures
- Safe, patient-friendly care
- Modern minimally invasive treatment options
- Confidential consultation