| Vein Treatment |
Sclerotherapy | PDL | Nd:YAG | KTP |
| Red Veins | +++ | +++ | ++ | +++ |
| Blue Veins | +++ | + | +++ | ++ |
| # Treatments | 1 or more | 2-4 | 2-5 | 1-4 |
| Bruising (months) | 3-6 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Cost/session | $150-$700 | $150-$700 | $150-$700 | $150-$700 |
Treatments: sclerotherapy , sclerolaser (PDL, Nd:YAG, KTP)
Sclerotherapy is a technique designed to close unsightly spider veins on legs, face or other body areas. Several substances can be injected to cause this outcome. While providing identical results and downtime, detergents/foaming agents are generally considered painless while hypertonic saline injections are somewhat painful. Sclerotherapy is used for the treatment of larger spider veins. It is often followed by sclerolaser treatments which resolve extremely fine vessels that did not take to sclerotherapy.
Depending on the examination, ultrasound may be necessary to exclude reflux, which may hamper treatment success. If reflux is detected, a consultation with a vascular surgeon may be necessary to remove underlying varicosities.
| Patient comments (source: Patient Satisfaction Report) | |
| 2008-05-12 11:46:06 | Office atmosphere was wonderful, which made the experience that much better. It was nice to see Dr. Ringfeil in a not so hectic setting (like Jefferson Dermatology!) |
| 2008-07-02 09:30:03 | Staff was friendly, attentive and polite. Dr Ringpfeild is the first Dr I seen that has been able to provide a viable resolution for my condition |
| 2008-10-29 11:03:32 | The doctor and assistant were wonderful!!! So friendly and warm. I am so used to doctors being rushed AND condescending. This was a great change!! |