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| Procedure | Price |
|---|---|
| Varicose veins – microphlebectomy (two legs) | £3499 |
| Varicose veins – microphlebectomy (one leg) | £2999 |
| Varicose veins – foam sclerotherapy (one leg) | £1300 |
| Varicose veins – foam sclerotherapy (two legs) | £1800 |
| Varicose veins – scan | £150 |
| Procedure | Price |
|---|---|
| Varicose veins – microphlebectomy (two legs) | £3499 |
| Varicose veins – microphlebectomy (one leg) | £2999 |
| Varicose veins – foam sclerotherapy (one leg) | £1300 |
| Varicose veins – foam sclerotherapy (two legs) | £1800 |
| Varicose veins – scan | £150 |
Varicose veins are veins that are swollen and enlarged. They are usually dark blue or purple in colour and more often than not occur in the legs. They form when weaknesses in the vein walls cause pressure to build up. This then distorts the veins, resulting in the lumpy, discoloured appearance.
Symptoms of varicose veins include:
The different types of varicose veins include:
People can develop varicose veins when weak or damaged vein walls and valves cause pressure to build when transferring blood back to the heart. The calf muscles act as pumps, pushing blood upwards, working against gravity. Tiny valves in the veins open as blood flows towards the heart, then close to stop blood flowing backwards. Varicose veins occur when these valves weaken, allowing blood to pool in the veins.
To diagnose varicose veins, a specialist will need to perform an examination. This will likely involve checking for swelling in the patient’s legs while they stand up. The specialist may also use an ultrasound scanner to check blood flow through the legs. If the patient is diagnosed with varicose veins, a treatment plan will be devised.
The treatment will depend on the type and severity of the varicose veins. In less severe cases, treatment options may include self-care. This can involve regular exercises, sitting with elevated legs, or even wearing compression socks to help the veins and muscles move blood around.
In more severe cases, a specialist may recommend surgery. Learn more about when to worry about varicose veins.
Strong bursts of light are projected onto the varicose veins causing the vein to fade over time.
This procedure involves a foamy solution is injected into the varicose veins to close them.
A specialist uses heat therapy via a catheter to make veins collapse. This will then heal shut and blood will re-route through other veins.
This involves tying off a varicose vein before the place where it joins a deep vein. The vein is then removed via small incisions.
Varicose vein surgery generally boasts a high success rate of around 85%. It is important to remember that the surgery won’t remove all the varicose veins and patients will likely be left with one or two. The benefits of varicose vein surgery include:
When it comes to varicose vein surgery, the risk factors are:
The complications and side effects of varicose vein surgery include:
Varicose vein treatment is available at most private healthcare providers across the UK. The table below provides an idea of the kind of prices to expect.
| Hospital | Initial consultation fee | Scan | Foam sclerotherapy (one leg) | Foam sclerotherapy (two legs) | Microphlebectomies (ablation/removal of veins (one leg) | Microphlebectomies (ablation/removal of veins (two legs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Shepton Mallet | £95 | £150 | £1,300 | £1,800 | £3,149 | £3,499 |
| Plymouth Veins | N/A | N/A | £1,695 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Spire Healthcare (Bristol) | N/A | N/A | £1,695 | N/A | £4,371 | £5,858 |
| Ramsay Healthcare | N/A | N/A | £1,250 | £1,750 | N/A | N/A |
For a full list of treatment prices, please see our private surgery prices page.
There are two ways to access varicose vein surgery at Practice Plus Group:
Below, we explore what to expect at each stage of the varicose veins treatment procedure.
In the days and weeks before varicose veins treatment, the advice around preparation is similar to other operations. For example, some medications will need to be stopped at least four weeks prior to surgery.
For varicose veins patients, it’s important to stress the role of leg compression. Special compression socks will be supplied prior to surgery. These need to be worn before and after surgery as they play an important part with regards to treatment and recovery.
The following provides instructions as to how long and the type of compression needed depending on the procedure:
Explanation depends on the type of procedure needed. Please ask your consultant for more information on your specific procedure.
Regardless of the type of procedure you had, it’s important to remember that compression bandages and/or stockings must be worn during recovery.
For ablation and sclerotherapy or sclerotherapy alone, patients won’t need to take much time off work. In fact, daily activities can be resumed in 1-2 days. Driving should be avoided on the day of surgery but can be resumed the day after.
For surgical phlebectomies, the initial recovery period is between 1-2 weeks. Driving should be avoided for a few days following the procedure.
At Practice Plus Group, you can choose an experienced consultant to support you throughout your time with us, ensuring you receive first-class care.
You can search for consultants on our website by treatment, language, or name.
At our hospital in Shepton Mallet, any patient in need of our services is welcome. That’s regardless of location and even if you have an existing health condition.
If you’re ready to experience life to the fullest and improve your long term health, get in touch to see if varicose vein treatment is the right option for you.
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The main causes are:
- obesity
- family history of varicose veins
- sitting or standing for long periods.
It’s unlikely. The NHS regards treatment for varicose veins as cosmetic and therefore not essential. It’s likely you will need to opt for private treatment for varicose veins.
Private patients opting for the self-pay route do not need a referral from their GP.
Typically, health insurance providers will need to see a GP referral.
Patients seeking treatment via the NHS will need to see their GP beforehand.
This depends entirely on the type of varicose veins a patient has. This will dictate the treatment needed.
The answer to this question depends on the needs of the patient. For some people, their varicose veins will be painful, increasing the urgency for treatment. Others approach treatment from more of a cosmetic angle.
There are a few methods that can help get rid of varicose veins without surgery. These include wearing compression socks, maintaining a healthy weight, and taking regular exercise.
No. While the symptoms can be painful, the treatment itself should be almost completely painless. What’s more, if successful, surgery should alleviate symptoms such as itchiness, swelling, and pain in the legs.
