Sclerotherapy

Also known as: sclero therapy, sclerotherapy injection, sclerotherapy injections, leg vein sclerotherapy, spider vein sclerotherapy, micro sclerotherapy, microsclerotherapy, injection sclerotherapy, liquid sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy

Venous & Vascular Treatments

AI Aesthetician Summary

Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical procedure that involves injecting a chemical solution directly into problematic veins to eliminate them. This gold standard treatment uses sclerosing agents to damage vessel walls, causing targeted veins to collapse, close, and eventually be reabsorbed b...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Thread Veins

Areas:Thigh, Calf, Knee, Foot

Tissues:Blood Vessels

Longevity:Permanent

How it Works

Duration:45 minutes

Anesthesia:None

Pain Level:Mild

Techniques:Injection

Multiple Sessions:Yes

Session Notes:Multiple treatment sessions are commonly required for optimal clearance. Expect gradual improvement over weeks as treated veins collapse and are reabsorbed. Inform provider of blood thinners or history of clotting disorders prior to treatment; minor cramping may occur during injection and brief compression is applied afterward.

Post Treatment

Downtime:1 day

Risks:Common risks include bruising, temporary hyperpigmentation, and local tenderness. Less commonly patients may experience matting (new fine vessels), allergic reaction to the sclerosant, superficial thrombophlebitis, or skin ulceration if the solution extravasates.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Minimally Invasive

Specialty:Medical Spa

Research