Disclaimer
The selected case studies and pictures presented on this page are those of actual patients treated at Vein Centres of South Africa in Umhlanga (Durban), Fourways (Johannesburg) and Somerset West. It is important to understand that every patient is unique and treatment individualized and as such individual results may vary
Patient experience
Venous Eczema
Venous Eczema
History
1 year history of severe venous eczema. Failed topical treatment with steroid ointments. Bleeds every other day. Currently using a dry bandage.
Treatment
Venous duplex reveals two large, distinct incompetent perforator veins. Treated with single session of ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Venous Eczema
History
10 year history of varicose veins and venous eczema. This patient presented with a chronic skin itch and scaling involving the ankle and foot.
Treatment
Large refluxing greater saphenous vein found on duplex ultrasound. Radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy performed.
Individual results may vary.
Venous Eczema
History
Chronic venous eczema. Previously treated with dressings. Chronic recurrance.
Treatment
Duplex confirms reflux. Treated with radiofrequency ablation and ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
Spider Veins
History
50 year old female. Small spider veins. Cosmetic problem
Treatment
Normal duplex scan of the superficial and deep veins. Sclerotherapy performed
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
53 year old female. Unsightly veins and restless legs. Both legs affected.
Treatment
Normal superficial vein scan. Treated with increased concentration of liquid sclerotherapy.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
55 year old female. Spider veins, lateral thigh.
Treatment
Normal superficial vein scan. Treated with sclerotherapy.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
65 year old female. Long hisotry of spider veins. Previously seen at laser centre, but not treated.
Treatment
Low concentration liquid sclerotherapy followed by mild compression for several days.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
65 year old female. Long hisotry of spider veins. Previously seen at laser centre, but not treated.
Treatment
Low concentration liquid sclerotherapy followed by mild compression for several days.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
65 year old female patient with Recurrent varicose and spider veins after stripping surgery.
Treatment
Ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy followed by liquid sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
70 year old female with extensive spider veins involving mostly the thighs.
Treatment
Multiple sessions of liquid sclerotherapy. Mild skin staining did resolve.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
77 year old female with reticular and spider veins on both legs
Treatment
Multiple sessions of liquid and foam sclerotherapy, very minor staining noted.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
77 year old female with reticular and spider veins on both legs
Treatment
Multiple sessions of liquid and foam sclerotherapy, to both legs and thighs.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
67 year old female with popliteal fossa and posterior thigh spider and reticular veins.
Treatment
Three sessions of liquid sclerotherapy. Moderate skin staining noted but resolved.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
43 year old female with Spider vein patches from feeding reticular veins.
Treatment
Two sessions of liquid sclerotherapy and compression. No staining noted.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
30 year old female with limited spider and reticular veins.
Treatment
Three sessions of liquid sclerotherapy and compression.
Individual results may vary.
Spider Veins
History
76 year old female with large reticular patch of veins at knee
Treatment
Result at one month after single foam sclerotherapy session. Patient had further treatment
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins
History
76 year old female with recurrent varicose veins. Over 50 years, had 6 previous vein surgeries including stripping and phlebectomies. Scarring evident.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound revealed partially stripped saphenous vein on the right. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
History
64 year old female with longstanding varicose veins. Presented with leg pain and bulging veins. Known diabetic.
Treatment
Duplex confirmed greater saphenous and accessory vein reflux. Treated by Endovenous Radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy. Mild staining
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
History
Severe varicose veins, previous venous ulcer at the ankle, stands for long periods. Manages veins with compression stocking.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound found massive 2.7cm varicose veins. Treated by endovenous radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy.
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
History
76 year old female with recurrent varicose veins. Over 50 years, had 6 previous vein surgeries including stripping and phlebectomies. Scarring evident.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound revealed recurrent non-truncal varicose veins. Treated by foam sclerotherapy. No staining.
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
History
56 year old pharmacist, 10 year history of varicose veins. Strong family history of varicose veins and venous ulcers
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound identified large varicose veins of 12–18 mm in both legs. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Varicose Veins
History
56 year old pharmacist, 10 year history of varicose veins. Strong family history of varicose veins and venous ulcers
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound identified large varicose veins of 12–18 mm in both legs. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy
Individual results may vary.
Varicose veins
History
38 year old Physiotherapist and runner. Veins interferes with wearing shoes. Large varicose veins involving both legs and right foot.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound shows truncal vein and perforator vein reflux. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy. Patient running Comrades again!
Individual results may vary.
Varicose veins
History
62 year old female patient with Bleeding varicose veins. Past failed sclerotherapy due to undiagnosed venous reflux
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound confirms venous reflux in saphenous veins. Treated by radiofrequency ablation followed by foam sclerotherapy. No further bleeding.
Individual results may vary.
Varicose veins
History
Young male patient with varicose veins and leg swelling. This patient had been moderatly active and had symptoms on prolonged standing and sitting.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound confirms venous reflux in large saphenous vein. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy. Leg swelling resolved.
Individual results may vary.
Varicose veins
History
Female patient with varicose veins and leg pain with restlessness at night. Patient developed a heavy leg on prolonged standing.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound confirms venous reflux in large saphenous vein. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy. Symptoms resolved.
Individual results may vary.
Varicose veins
History
Young male patient with varicose veins and leg swelling involving the right leg. Symptoms have been present for some time prior to seeking medical attention.
Treatment
Duplex ultrasound confirms venous reflux in large saphenous vein. Treated by radiofrequency ablation and foam sclerotherapy. Leg swelling resolved.
Individual results may vary.
Venous Ulcers
Venous Ulcer
History
Treatment
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Venous Ulcer
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Treatment
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Venous Ulcer
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Treatment
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Venous Ulcer
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Treatment
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Venous Ulcer
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Treatment
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Venous Ulcer
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Treatment
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