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Spider veins, also known, as telangiectasias are small, dilated blood vessels that appear near the surface of the skin. Spider veins tend to be red or blue in color, and can be painful, itchy, and potentially bleed. Spider veins are generally caused by an increase in pressure in veins close to the skin from increased pressure in the deeper veins. (other causes include hormone changes, overexposure to sun, and other injuries). Their presence may suggest a greater venous insufficiency as the underlying cause. This insufficiency will need to be addressed by a physician prior to treatment of the spider veins and you may need an ultrasound. Traditional Treatment - Sclerotherapy Treatment of spider veins traditionally involves the use of sclerotherapy. Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a liquid or foam solution into the spider vein, causing the targeted vein to clot, scar, and eventually shrink away. Multiple treatments can be necessary, and patients should expect bruising, discoloration, and clotting in the treated veins. Sclerotherapy may have complications, although they are minimal. You need to discuss this treatment with your doctor. Other techniques have been developed that can be used alone or in combination with sclerotherapy. One of the other treatments that can be used is called ohmic thermolysis. Ohmic Thermolysis Ohmic thermolysis is a relatively new treatment for spider veins. In this treatment, a small needle is inserted into the vein. The heat that is produced causes the vessel to fuse together without damaging the surrounding skin. Relatively few complications exist with this procedure, and while tracts may be visible initially, they typically disappear within 2-6 weeks. Ohmic thermolysis is especially useful for spider veins that are difficult for sclerotherapy. Vein Experts and Bush Venous Lectures are proud to be partnered with VeinGogh to support the use of the VeinGogh ohmic thermolysis system. With the new Bristle? technology developed by Dr. Ronald Bush, and available exclusively through VeinGogh, physicians will be able to clear vessels greater and cause less trauma to surrounding tissue. This results in greater comfort and safety for the patient, while allowing the physician greater control of the procedure. Detailed Video of Ohmic Thermolysis : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i11QHhAoZTM&feature=plcp Conclusions While sclerotherapy is still considered the "gold-standard" for treating spider veins, it may not be right for all patients. New advances in technology allow for alternative methods of treatment to be available to physicians. Ohmic Thermolysis is a minimally invasive treatment for spider veins that uses heat to collapse the vessel wall while leaving the outer layers unaffected. The VeinGogh Ohmic Thermolysis System combined with Bristle technology represent an optimal alternative method for the treatment of spider veins, increasing comfort for patients, and greater control for physicians. By Thomas Brassel, MA Contact: Peggy Bush, APN Midwest Vein & Laser Center 8101 Miller Farm Lane Dayton, Ohio 45459 937-281-0200 www.veinexperts.org www.bushvenouslectures.com The VeinGogh Ohmic Thermolysis System combined with Bristle technology represent an optimal alternative method for the treatment of Ohmic Thermolysis, increasing comfort for patients, and greater control for physicians. For more information about Vein Experts visit our website now!
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