Radiofrequency ablation or rfa is a minimally invasive alternative to eliminate abnormal veins redirect blood flow to healthy veins and relieve discomfort.
Varicose veins radiofrequency ablation side effects.
Possible side effects of radiofrequency ablation of varicose veins in the leg include skin burns nerve damage and blood clotting in the vein according to webmd.
Infection there is very small risk of infection after a venous ablation procedure.
Possible side effects of radiofrequency ablation include but are not limited to areas of skin numbness skin burns blood clots and phlebitis an inflammation of a vein.
Contraindications to radiofrequency ablation include veins that are too large or tortuous twisty.
If you develop calf tenderness and swelling this may indicate deep vein thrombosis see signs and symptoms described under the heading what are the risks of varicose vein ablation.
Ultrasound imaging guides the doctor in the precise insertion of a thin catheter.
Rfa is a type of thermal treatment so side effects are typically related to heat delivery to adjacent structures.
Small or large blood clots may also form in the vein.
Possible side effects of radiofrequency ablation therapy.
The inflammatory changes may start 7 21 days after the procedure and may last for up to 10 days.
Radiofrequency ablation closes off varicose veins in about 88 out of 100 people.
No matter how small the incision infection is a possibility so remember to keep the area clean and dry.
The most serious complication is a type of blood clot called deep venous thrombosis dvt.
Radiofrequency ablation rfa includes procedures like closurefast venefit and vnus procedures.
Potential side effects although radio frequency ablation of the veins is considered to be a very safe procedure this like any other procedure may have some potential risks which we aim to minimize.
Here are some of the side effects associated with venous ablation.
A good doctor will take steps before during and after your treatment to reduce your risk of these side effects.
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Stay away from fancy or highly perfumed soaps long soaking in the bath or lounging in a hot tub.
This form of treatment will not be able to instantly remove any.
That means it doesn t work in about 12 out of 100 people.
Other possible side effects include tenderness burning and localized bruising.
Veins that do not close are treated again.
Pain after treatment is typically less after ablation than after vein surgery.
These side effects include thermal injury to the skin nerves muscles or other soft tissues next to the vein.
