Lafayette Varicose Vein Clinic
Vein Center of Louisiana
155 Hospital Drive
Suite 201
Lafayette LA 70503
866-479-6120
Varicose Vein Surgery in Lafayette, LA
Large, bulging veins close to the skin's surface are often found in the lower legs and feet and are called varicose. Because we walk, stand and run on our feet, veins in our lower legs and feet receive quite a bit of blood pressure.
Varicose veins can be more than a cosmetic concern since they impede blood flow and hinder the return of oxygen-depleted blood from the lower legs and back to the heart and lungs. The usual cause for this is damaged valves within the veins that allow backward blood flow and pooling of blood resulting in enlarged veins. Untreated veins can lead to serious medical conditions with associated pain, inflammation and discoloration.
Ambulatory phlebectomy—small incisions or needle punctures are used to extract the problematic veins with a phlebectomy hook. A hook is inserted into a micro-incision in the leg. A section of the vein is hooked and then removed through the incision. With this procedure, a compression bandage is worn for two weeks. This minimizes swelling and discomfort and allows for proper healing.
About Vein Center of Louisiana
Looking for Lafayette varicose veins treatment clinics? At Vein Center Louisiana, patients are offered a variety of options to remove unsightly and uncomfortable vascular disorders such as spider veins and varicose veins. Patients often suffer from these conditions for months or years without seeking treatment and this can actually worsen the condition. Vascular disorders do not disappear on their own, so seeking care is vital to get back to a healthier way of life.
Patients treated at this Lafayette varicose veins clinic of Louisiana are cared for by Dr. James Ingram, a medical professional with experience caring for patients suffering with venous conditions that interfere with everyday health and well-being. Vascular conditions can and do affect one's overall health and many patients find themselves covering the symptoms during warmer months rather than seeking treatment. Dr. Ingram is devoted to caring for his patients are offering them the latest treatment options, such as sclerotherapy in its many forms, endovenous laser ablation and other laser-assisted treatments, and microphlebectomy treatments.