Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that often develop in the legs due to weakened vein valves and increased pressure within the superficial venous system. Although common, varicose veins can cause discomfort, swelling, heaviness and cosmetic concern.
Varicose veins occur when valves within the veins become weakened or damaged, allowing blood to pool rather than flow efficiently toward the heart. This increases pressure within the vein, causing it to widen, twist and become visibly raised beneath the skin.
Common symptoms include:
Varicose veins tend to worsen gradually and rarely improve without treatment. Early assessment allows for timely intervention and prevents progression to more advanced venous disease.
Although anyone can develop varicose veins, certain factors increase the likelihood:
Family history
Your consultant will assess the underlying cause using duplex ultrasound scanning to guide an effective treatment plan.
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Varicose vein treatment may be recommended if you experience:
Left untreated, varicose veins can progress to skin discolouration, inflammation, eczema or ulceration. Early treatment helps prevent these complications.
Varicose vein treatment can provide:
| Benefits of Varicose Vein Treatment |
|---|
Relief from pain and swelling |
Improved circulation |
Restoration of leg comfort and mobility |
Smoother and healthier looking legs |
Prevention of future venous deterioration |
Quick recovery with minimal downtime |
Long lasting clinical and aesthetic results |
It is common to have questions about a surgical procedure. Some key questions here that we receive from patients considering a varicose vein treatment.
If you are looking for more general information about what happens from your first consultation to aftercare visit our Your Journey page to understand how we guide each patient through the consultation, surgery, and recovery process within our Harley Street surgical centre.
Most varicose vein treatments involve only mild discomfort due to local anaesthetic. Patients describe the experience as quick and tolerable.
Recovery after varicose vein treatment is rapid. Most patients resume daily activities immediately, with full recovery within a few weeks.
The treated veins do not return after varicose vein treatment. However, new veins may develop over time, especially if risk factors persist.
Varicose vein treatment targets dysfunctional veins. Additional sessions such as microsclerotherapy may be recommended for cosmetic refinement.
Walking is encouraged the same day. More intensive exercise can usually resume after one week, depending on your consultant’s guidance.
Yes. A duplex ultrasound is essential to diagnose the underlying cause of varicose veins and plan accurate treatment.
Our generously proportioned theatre can accommodate cases performed under general anaesthetic, intravenous sedation and local anaesthetic. We also have two treatment/consultation rooms where consultations and other minor operative procedures can be performed.
Our spacious, newly modernised operating theatre has been designed and equipped to provide surgeons and anaesthetists with an optimised environment to perform ambulatory day case surgical procedures. It is a very flexible space and can accommodate a wide range of non-infectious cases performed with local anaesthesia, IV sedation or full TIVA general anaesthesia (ASA Grade 1 and 2 only).
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