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What is Venous Insufficiency?

To help the blood make the steep climb up to the limbs, the veins need to work properly & efficiently to get the blood to the heart. Sometimes the veins do not function properly which can be related to pressure, obesity, heredity, valve deficiency, and other causes.  When this happens, blood can pool in the veins which puts pressure on the walls of the veins. This is known as venous insufficiency or venous disease.

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Venous Insufficiency Symptoms

Like many conditions, venous insufficiency is easier to treat when it’s diagnosed early. If left untreated, venous insufficiency can lead to severe pain, varicose veins, ulcers, swelling, and open wounds. These ulcers can be difficult to heal and are prone to infection. That’s why it is important to make a consultation with the American Endovascular affiliated team of physicians if you or someone you know is suffering from any one of these symptoms.

  • Swelling in lower legs and ankles—particularly after prolonged standing
  • Aching or tiredness in legs—characterized by tightness in the calves or itchiness
  • Varicose veins—especially new ones near the calves and ankles
  • Flaking skin—Can be extremely itchy near the feet

Venous Insufficiency Causes

There are many reasons why the leg veins can break down. It could be a result of age, reduced mobility, or even extended sitting. It is quite common. It tends to affect people above the age of 50, and more often women. The following are other factors that may cause venous insufficiency.

  • Overweight
  • Pregnancy
  • Family history of venous insufficiency
  • Damaged leg due to an injury, or previous blood clots
  • High blood pressure
  • Prolonged periods of sitting or standing
  • Lack of exercise
  • Smoking
  • Phlebitis (inflamed vein close to the skin)
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Venous Insufficiency Treatment

Venous insufficiency will not go away on its own, and the disease can become more dangerous as it progresses. If you or someone you know is suffering from symptoms of venous insufficiency, it is essential that you schedule a consultation at an American Endovascular affiliated center. 

Our team can diagnose and treat venous insufficiency with a variety of minimally invasive-image guided techniques that can successfully minimize or eliminate the condition. Prior to treatment, a thorough physician exam, history, and duplex ultrasound is necessary. We offer the following venous insufficiency treatments at American Endovascular.

Endovenous Thermal Ablation

This cutting-edge technique helps minimize the effects of venous insufficiency via high-frequency radio waves or a laser. Both work by heating up the vein and eliminating the bad veins, with minimal bleeding or bruising.  As a result, less blood pools in the leg, dramatically improving blood flow while reducing the bulging veins common with venous insufficiency.

Mini Phlebectomy

Minimally invasive specialized tool to remove abnormal bulging veins (varicose veins) with a tiny incision so small that it does not even need a suture.

Image Guided Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound &/or fluoroscopic guided sclerotherapy can also be utilized for more complex venous insufficiency channels that may be very deep and/or portuous requiring this adjunctive sophisticated technique.

Stenting Abnormal Deep Veins

In more advanced venous insufficiency, the main problem may be a very narrowed or occluded vein from a prior occlusive event such as blood clot, thrombis, a prior trauma, or an active compressive effect such as portuous artery (May-Thurner Syndrome).  In these cases, the vein will be re-opened with a variety of techniques ultimately requiring a stent to re-establish the normal framework of the vein wall.

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What to Expect from Venous Insufficiency Treatment

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Less Invasive
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Same Day Procedure
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No Hospital Stay
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Shorter Recovery Time

Venous Insufficiency FAQ

What is the Most Common Cause of Venous Insufficiency?

Venous insufficiency is most commonly caused by deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Your leg vein is damaged by a blood clot. Those with a history of DVT are at a higher risk of developing chronic venous insufficiency.

What are the Early Stages of Venous Insufficiency?

In order to treat venous insufficiency, being aware of the symptoms can help you catch it at the earliest possible stage. The early warning signs of venous insufficiency are varicose veins, leg pain, swelling in your lower leg, and changes in your skin, such as discoloration.

What is the Most Serious Complication of Venous Insufficiency

Insufficient blood flow to the legs may indicate the presence of a blood clot deep inside, a condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). A pulmonary embolism can occur if pieces of the clot break off and travel to your lungs, which can be fatal and a life-threatening medical emergency.

Our Vascular Specialists

American Endovascular is proud to be affiliated with vascular specialists in NY, NJ, and OH that represent the “best of the best.” Our affiliated physicians at our vascular centers are nationally recognized as leaders in vascular and interventional radiology, providing high-quality and compassionate care for our patients living with PAD. Our affiliated vascular specialists perform venous insufficiency treatments for patients in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio.

Our Vascular Centers in NY, NJ & OH

American Endovascular has vascular centers in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio. Our centers offer venous insufficiency treatments using the the latest minimally invasive-image guided technology in an outpatient setting.

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Brooklyn, NY
71 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA
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Queens, NY
28-18 31st St, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102
West Orange, NJ
347 Mount Pleasant Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
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Cincinnati, OH
2950 Glendale Milford Rd ste 520, Evendale, OH 45241, USA
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Fishkill, NY
60 Merritt Blvd ste 107, Fishkill, NY 12524, USA
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Harlem, NY
505 East 116th Street suite 400, New York, NY 10029, USA
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Dayton, OH
3075 Governor’s Place Boulevard, Kettering, OH, USA
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Brooklyn, NY
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Queens, NY
28-18 31st Street
Queens, NY 11102
718-395-6247
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Fishkill, NY
60 Merritt Boulevard
Fishkill, NY 12524
845-896-1900
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Harlem, NY
505 East 116th Street
Harlem, NY 10029
646-362-3178
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Venous Insufficiency Treatment in New York

American Endovascular offers venous insufficiency treatments in New York. Our NY vascular centers are based in Brooklyn, Fishkill, Harlem, and Queens.

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Brooklyn, NY
71 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA
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Queens, NY
28-18 31st St, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102
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Fishkill, NY
60 Merritt Blvd ste 107, Fishkill, NY 12524, USA
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Harlem, NY
505 East 116th Street suite 400, New York, NY 10029, USA
New Jersey
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West Orange, NJ
347 Mount Pleasant Avenue
West Orange, NJ 07052
973-947-6586
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Venous Insufficiency Treatment in New Jersey

American Endovascular offers venous insufficiency treatment in New Jersey. Our vascular center in NJ offers minimally invasive endovascular treatments to prevent chronic venous insufficiency and help patients live healthier lives.

West Orange, NJ
347 Mount Pleasant Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
Ohio
Cincinnati Endovascular Center
Cincinnati, OH
2950 Glendale Milford Road
Cincinnati, OH 45241
513-773-3440
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Dayton, OH
3075 Governor’s Pl Blvd, Suite 120,
Dayton, OH 45241
937-424-2580
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Venous Insufficiency Treatment in Ohio

American Endovascular provides venous insufficiency treatment in Ohio. Our vascular center in OH provides patients all over Evendale and the Cincinnati area with the latest venous insufficiency treatment procedures to help prevent and manage the symptoms of their disease.

Cincinnati Endovascular Center
Cincinnati, OH
2950 Glendale Milford Rd ste 520, Evendale, OH 45241, USA
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Dayton, OH
3075 Governor’s Place Boulevard, Kettering, OH, USA

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