Do you experience discomfort, swelling & varicose veins?
If so, you may be suffering from superficial venous reflux disease. Jordan Valley Surgical Specialists and Dr. Robert McFaul are excited to offer the VNUS Closure Procedure for the repair of venous reflux disease. Traditionally, patients diagnosed with venous reflux would undergo vein stripping surgery. Now, patients can be treated with the VNUS Closure procedure, a minimally invasive and more comfortable alternative to painful vein stripping surgery.
Understanding Venous Reflux Disease
Healthy leg veins contain valves that open and close to assist the return of blood back to the heart. Venous reflux disease develops when the valves that keep blood flowing out of the legs and back to the heart become damaged or diseased. As a result, vein valves will not close properly, leading to symptoms of:
- Varicose veins
- Pain
- Swollen limbs
- Leg heaviness and fatigue
- Skin changes and skin ulcers
Superficial venous reflux disease is progressive and symptoms can worsen over time if left untreated.
Are You a Candidate?
Many factors contribute to the presence of venous reflux disease, including:
- Age
- Gender
- Family history
- Multiple pregnancies
- Obesity
- Standing profession
Using ultrasound to scan your leg(s), Dr. McFaul will determine if superficial venous reflux is present.
Experience the VNUS Closure Procedure
The Closure procedure is performed on an outpatient basis in the clinic. Using ultrasound, Dr. McFaul will position the Closure catheter into the diseased vein through a small opening in the skin. The tiny catheter powered by radio-frequency (RF) energy delivers heat to the vein wall. As the thermal energy is delivered, the vein wall shrinks and the vein is sealed closed. Once the diseased vein is closed, blood is re-routed to other healthy veins.
Following the procedure, a simple bandage is place over the insertion site, and additional compression may be provided to aid healing. Dr. McFaul may encourage you to walk, and to refrain from extended standing and strenuous activities for a period of time. Patients who undergo the Closure procedure typically resume normal activities within a day.
Highlights
The Closure procedural highlights include:
- Relief of symptoms
- Outpatient procedure
- Local or general anesthesia
- Resume normal activities within 1-2 days
- Good cosmetic outcome with minimal or no scarring, bruising or swelling
- Procedure covered by most insurance plans
For more information regarding this procedure please contact Dawn Kladianos, the Clinic Manager at Jordan Valley Surgical Specialists, at 801-601-4423 ext. 3807 or
dkladianos@iasishealthcare.com
