Sclerotherapy
Targeted treatment of spider veins
Sclerotherapy is an effective method for selectively closing small veins, also known as spider veins. A special agent is injected directly into the affected vein, causing it to close and be broken down by the body – without surgery and minimally invasive.
- Treatment of spider veins on the legs
- Gentle, outpatient procedure
- Possible without surgery
| Especially suitable for |
• Cosmetically bothersome spider veins on the legs |
| Side effects |
• Minor bruising, hardening, or pigment spots may occur. |
| effect |
• Spider veins fade or disappear |
| durability |
• In the long term, however, new spider veins can develop. |
Treatment details
Length of time
15–45 minutes depending on the area
season
Available all year round
Type of treatment
Minimally invasive, outpatient
Post-treatment
Compression stockings, rest and monitoring of the treated areas
anesthesia
No anesthesia or local anesthesia if needed
Downtime
Minimal
Cost
On request, depending on the area and number of sessions
Treatment process
Treatment process
- Consultation & analysis of the affected veins
- Preparing the area
- Injection of the sclerosing agent
- Short-term compression & aftercare instructions