Capital Vein and Laser is one of the country’s recognized leaders in this minimally invasive high tech procedure that is revolutionizing the treatment of varicose veins. The procedure was FDA approved in 1999, and Drs. Rosenberg and McNeill immediately understood the impact this minimally invasive procedure would have on their patients who were impacted by varicose veins. As board certified phlebologists (physicians specializing in venous disease), we host seminars several times a year teaching advanced courses using this equipment and to date have done over 5,000 VNUS Closure cases.
The procedure is done under local anesthesia in the comfort of our offices. Recovery is immediate and patients note improved symptoms almost as quickly.
What is VNUS Closure?
VNUS Closure replaces saphenous vein stripping in the management of venous insufficiency, the common cause of varicose veins. The procedure is done using local anesthesia in the comfort of our office. A small IV is placed in the saphenous vein near the knee and a catheter is inserted into the vein. Guided by ultrasound, the catheter is advanced to the highest failing valve, stopping the reflux at its source. Once in place, the catheter — actually a miniscule fiber–optic cable — is heated via radiofrequency energy. Then, as the catheter is withdrawn from the leg as the heat collapses the vein, sealing it shut.
Will I have to go to the hospital?
All of the vein treatments are performed in a Capitol Vein & Laser office. Each location is a state of the art facility with specialized treatment rooms, vascular laboratory and all of the equipment necessary to safely perform required procedures.
How long will it take?
Less than an hour: the VNUS Closure procedure takes approximately 20 minutes, plus another 10 minutes of prep and post treatment measures.
Is the Closure procedure painful?
Other than the brief “stick & burn” that accompanies the
local anesthetic injection, most patients report feeling little, if any discomfort
during the minimally invasive Closure procedure.
What are the Risks of the Closure procedure?
As with any medical procedure, despite the overall benefit of the VNUS Closure, there are potential risks. Associated complications are extremely rare and include infection, paresthesia (numbness or tingling) and phlebitis. Our physicians will review these in detail at your consultation and answer all of your question to your satisfaction.
What about recovery?
Patients report minimal to no scarring, bruising or swelling following the
Closure procedure. Most patients are able to resume normal activities immediately
following the procedure. And, other than refraining from strenuous exercise
and heavy lifting for three days, we encourage patients to walk and be
active.
VNUS Closure Gallery
Case study 1
29 year old woman who developed these painful veins during pregnancy. They did not resolve after the birth of her daughter.
Case study 2
32 year old female teacher with pain and tenderness along the inner calf veins.
Case study 3
48 year old construction worker with painful bulging veins and ankle swelling.
Case study 3
30 year old policeman with pain and sensitivity over the calf veins
