Sclerotherapy is the treatment of spider veins of the legs. The solution used in our office is Polidoconal .5%. This solution works by drying out the tiny cells which line the blood vessels. Slight stinging can sometimes be felt when the solution is being injected. Each vessel may require 1 to 3 injections so more than one session is usually needed. Vessels usually disappear over a period of 2-4 weeks. This is a gradual process. Also, this treatment does not prevent new veins from developing. The usual session is 20 minutes long and the cost is $120-$180 for a 3cc syringe of solution.

Post Treatment Care

You may remove the spot Band-aids and compression wraps at bedtime unless otherwise instructed.

Patients who have had larger caliber veins treated may be asked to wear light support hose for three days following the procedure.

Light exercise, such as walking, is permitted the day following the procedure. You may engage in more vigorous activity three days following the procedure.

Expect to see some degree of redness and swelling (inflammation) in the days to weeks following sclerotherapy. Inflammation of the vein is required for its closure.

Allow at least a one month interval between treatments. You will see a gradual improvement.

If you develop a blister or scab in an injection site, please notify the office. Until you have received further instructions, you should apply Vaseline jelly and keep the area covered with a Band-aid until you can be evaluated by the physician or nurse.

SCLEROTHERAPY CONSENT FORM