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5. Endovenous Laser Therapy: The use of lasers inside the management of vein problems is replacing the standard surgical approach to treating significant varicose veins. With Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) a extremely thin fiber or catheter is inserted into the diseased vein by means of a small needle puncture within the leg, requiring only local anesthesia. The laser delivers energy directly to the inner lining of the vein, causing the vein to close. The procedure can be performed inside the physician’s office in approximately 1 hour. Patients are typically able to resume their routine activities instantly after the procedure.
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