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Removal with Endolaser

In recent years, no other procedure has
revolutionized the treatment of varicose veins as
much as the Endolaser.

The new generation of lasers with radial fibers
and rounded tips enable gentle movement in the

vein. It can also be used to treat very tortuous
veins. In contrast to conventional sondes, the
laser light does not radiate to the front but to
the sides. Under ultrasound control, the laser
fiber can therefore be guided very close to the
transition between the deep vein in the thigh
WITH HIGH-TECH area. The red laser light shines clearly through

against varicose veins

About 50 percent of all adults suffer from Diagnosis of the disease
varicose veins, most often they are found on the
The color duplex examination is standard
calf or the inside of the leg. Varicose veins are not
worldwide.
only removed for aesthetic reasons, treatment
is usually also necessary from a medical point of The patient stands in front of the examiner, who
view. strokes the veins with the transducer and can the patient’s skin, and every step can be followed
thus see whether a first venous disease is hidden on the ultrasound monitor. When the probe is
Varices are among the most common vascular withdrawn, the vein contracts due to the laser
diseases. Patients suffer from unsightly tortuous behind the visually disturbing appearance. energy emitted. The procedure is almost painless

veins, heavy or swollen legs. Many of those and patients are back on their feet a short time
affected are not aware that this is more than an after the procedure.
aesthetic problem. Without treatment, the risk
of edema, phlebitis or thrombosis is significantly
increased.
PROF. H.C. DR. ALEXANDER FLOR

What are varicose veins? It is very fascinating for patients to recognize General Surgeon

Varicose veins are sack-like, enlarged, superficial their own venous valves, together with the Veinpractice at Private Clinic Döbling in Vienna, Austria
veins with a usually typical winding or tangling. doctor they can explore their venous system. Dr. Flor is a member of the American Vein and Lym phatic Society. In
2002 he was awarded Gold by the American College of Phlebology
The damage can affect the entire vein or just a The examination is absolutely painless and there for his technique of the „Transilluminated Miniphlebectomy’’.
few sections. The blood sinks in the legs, there is no radiation exposure. Another advantage of
Dr. Flor is using the Endolaser since 2001. His ex perience with
is an overload and congestion symptoms. The this examination is the possibility to mark the the technique he presented on various talks on five continents.
venous valves can no longer close, ultimately diseased veins during the examination. This In 2020 he was going to or ganize the 35th Varady Workshop in

resulting in heavy legs, reddening of the skin, so-called “mapping” enables a “tailor-made” Vienna (1st Veins International Congress). Due to the pandemia
he had to do it online. The virtual event took place on Nov 2Pt
overheating and can even lead to thrombosis or, operation or intervention. Modern interventions 2020 with over 600 registrations.
in the worst cases, to pulmonary embolism. can be carried out more efficiently and gently.

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