Possible Risks and Complications of Sclerotherapy:

While the percentage of possible complications of sclerotherapy is low, there are risks to consider. The most common side effect of sclerotherapy is skin discoloration and bruising. Bruising will typically disappear within 1-2 weeks following the procedure. Generally, any discoloration of the skin will subside over time, sometimes lasting several months and in a small percentage of individuals may be permanent.

Sclerotherapy should not be performed on those who are pregnant or nursing, have a history of allergic reaction to sclerosant, or who have blood clots or inflammation in the deep leg veins. 

Possible Risks and Complications of Laser Therapies:

Numbness due to nerve injury can occur and though the condition is usually temporary it can be irreversible. Like any removal of the larger veins, if the deep vein system is damaged, removal of the problem vein may worsen existing conditions.

Endovenous Laser Treatment should not be performed on those who are pregnant, have poor circulation or abnormalities in leg arteries, those who suffer from lymphedema, skin infections, or blood clotting defects, or older individuals that are at high risk for surgery. 

Possible Risks and Complications of Radiofrequency Closure:

Numbness due to nerve injury can occur and though the condition is usually temporary, it can be irreversible. Published results show a high early success rate with very low recurrence rates. Patient satisfaction is high with 95% of patients reporting that they would recommend the procedure to a friend. Like any removal of the larger veins, if the deep vein system is damaged, removal of the problem vein may worsen existing conditions.

Radiofrequency closure should not be performed on those who are pregnant, have poor circulation or abnormalities in leg arteries, those who suffer from lymphedema, skin infections, or blood clotting defects, or older individuals that are at high risk for surgery.

Possible Risks and Complications of Surgical Therapies:

As with any vein therapy, new varicose veins may develop over time. A 90% success rate is reported in long-term improvement. The most common complications that can arise are swelling, bleeding, scarring, and the appearance of new spider veins.

Both microphlebectomy and transilluminated phlebectomy should not be performed on those who are pregnant, have poor circulation or abnormalities in leg arteries, those who suffer from lymphedema, skin infections, or blood clotting defects, or older individuals that are at high risk for surgery.