EVRF is a varicose veins treatment with the help of radiofrequency. It replaces the classic vein stripping surgery and is currently the safest method available. Low operating temperature in this method reduces the risk of scars and burns. EVRF significantly increases postoperative comfort for the patient: less pain, less skin discoloration, much lower risk of complications, no major hematoma. This method is highly efficient (95%-97%) and ideal for closing those veins that are located close to the skin. This method has become prefered for both the patients and the surgeons. EVRF stands for Endovenous Radio Frequency treatment of Varicose Veins.
Who it is for?
Generally healthy patients who are qualified based on photos, medical tests results (blood tests, Doppler vein ultrasound and ECG for over 50’s) and a face to face consultation with a surgeon and an anaesthetist.
Possible complications
They include inflammation, swelling of the lower leg or foot, skin changes (e.g. thickened, red sections, ulcers, eczema, discolouration). Very rarely they might as well bleed, in which case an immediate medical help is necessary. However, in a vast majority of cases no complications are observed.