EVLT
Minimally invasive endovenous laser treatment using laser fiber to seal varicose veins and treat chronic venous insufficiency.
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About EVLT
FDA-approved procedure inserting thin laser fiber into affected vein to deliver heat energy, causing vein wall damage and closure. Blood reroutes through healthy veins.
Key Information
Cost Range
₹0 - ₹0
Recovery Time
Return to work 1 day, walk immediately post-procedure, full recovery 2 weeks
Results Duration
None
Procedure Types
Standard
Who Can Perform This Procedure?
EVLT should be performed by qualified doctors specializing in:
- Vein Treatments
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Procedure Details
Outpatient procedure using local anesthesia, ultrasound-guided catheter insertion, laser energy delivery while withdrawing catheter, immediate compression stocking application.
Procedure Types
Standard
A variation of EVLT
Procedure Duration
Surgery Time
1-3 hours
Hospital Stay
Outpatient procedure
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Ideal Candidates
Patients with medium-large varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency unresponsive to conservative treatment, saphenous vein incompetency, relatively straight veins.
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Recovery Process
None
Benefits
96.7% long-term success rate, minimal scarring, outpatient procedure, immediate mobility, faster recovery than surgery, high symptom relief.
Risks
Bruising/swelling, rare skin burns, deep vein thrombosis, nerve damage, infection, vein recurrence, temporary numbness.
Important Note
All surgical procedures carry risks. Discuss your specific concerns with your doctor before making any decisions.
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