Sclerotherapy: Sclerotherapy in New York City

Sclerotherapy is a popular method of eliminating superficial telangiectasias (spider veins) in which a solution, called a sclerosing agent, is injected into the veins.  The injection causes a sclerosis or the formation of fibrous tissue in the vessel subsequent to an inflammatory reaction.  This process causes a gradual fading of the treated vessel over a period of several weeks to several months.

Most people treated will have good results, however, there is no guarantee that sclerotherapy will be effective in every case. The number of treatments differs from patient to patient, depending on the extent of the spider veins present. One to six or more treatments may be needed; the average is three to four. Individual veins usually require one to three treatments.

Bruising, transient hyperpigmentation, pain, and blood accumulation in treated vessels are the most common side effects.

Aspirin, Vitamin E, Gingko, St. John's Wort, Hormones, Birth Control Pills and other medications may affect the outcome of Sclerotherapy.