Vein Services and Treatments

Vein Services and Treatment

Free Vein Screenings By Board-Certified Vascular Surgeons

Board-Certified Vascular Surgeons
Free Vein Center Consults

Professional Varicose Vein Treatments

At Atlanta Vascular Specialists, we help treat the unwanted appearance and discomfort associated with varicose veins. With decades of experience in vascular surgery, we use the latest technology to help reduce the appearance of varicose veins while providing you with quality care.

FREE vein screenings are available as well as FREE consultations at our Vein Center in Newnan, GA. To schedule a visit, call us today at (404) 524-0095. We also serve patients from the Fayetteville Care Clinic.

Treatment Options for Vein Conditions

Our vein treatment options include:

Ablation
Angioplasty
Bypass surgery
Endovascular
Foam ablations
Microphlebectomy
Radiofrequency ablation
Sclerotherapy injections (treatment for spider veins)
Varithena
Vascular
Venaseal (adhesive that glues the wall of the vessel together)

Our Available Vein Services

FREE vein screening: A certified vascular surgeon will discuss with you, your symptoms, the effects on your daily living, and the types of treatment available. We may perform a venous ultrasound screening for a closer look and discussion of treatment if we feel it is necessary.
Microphlebectomy: It is used primarily to remove large, unsightly varicose veins and is another minimally-invasive, non-surgical process. It is less invasive and results in quicker healing and less discomfort than other options. The treatment takes about an hour.
Radiofrequency Ablation: Radiofrequency Ablation is a minimal-invasive, nonsurgical procedure. A microscopic probe is inserted into the saphenous vein to emit pulses of heat using radiofrequency waves. It redirects blood flow to healthier veins and is safe.
Support hose: It is specialized hosiery designed to slow down the development and further progression of varicose veins and is also called "compression hose." It is used to reduce swelling and other symptoms and is an integral part of vein care. They can slow the development but can't prevent varicose veins from occurring.
Varithena: One of the most advanced treatments used to treat varicose veins caused by issues related to the great saphenous vein is Varithena. Small doses of the prescription foam are injected and heal with many benefits.
Vascular ultrasound: It is used by our certified vein specialists to diagnose various vein diseases. You get a visual representation of the blood vessels including, arteries and veins using this non-invasive, painless test that uses high-frequency sound waves.
Sclerotherapy: This is a minimally invasive procedure that treats spider veins and some larger veins. A chemical is injected into the damaged veins. This chemical is called a sclerosing agent. This injection diminishes the appearance of the damaged veins.

Learn More About Vascular Ultrasounds

A vascular ultrasound is a vital tool in detecting and diagnosing blood vessel problems. This procedure is a useful way of evaluating the body’s circulatory system. Once these ultrasound images are captured in real-time, the structure and movement of the body's internal organs can be easily observed. Your ultrasound results also will show blood flowing through the blood vessels.

Your visit to our vascular lab at AVS will consist of a non-invasive ultrasound exam. This means that the procedure does not require needles, dyes radiation, or anesthesia.

One of our qualified technicians will start the procedure by applying a hypoallergenic water-based gel to the area that will be evaluated. Then, a small microphone-like device called a "transducer" will pass over the gel-coated area.

Upon the completion of the exam, the physician reviews, interprets and dictates all the images and measurements of the blood flow. Afterward, a letter explaining the results will be forwarded to you and/or your referring physicians.

You should wear comfortable clothing to your appointment to make the ultrasound examination as hassle-free as possible. You may be given a covering and asked to undress from the waist up or down. Also, keep in mind there is no special preparation for most exams, except for an abdominal vascular ultrasound, which requires patients to fast for up to six hours before the exam.

For registration purposes, please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Most exams take 20-60 minutes to complete. After the exam, you may resume your normal daily activities.

Vascular ultrasounds are performed to:

Help to monitor the blood flow to various organs and tissues throughout the body
Locate and identify blockages (stenosis) and abnormalities, such as plaque, and help plan an effective treatment
Detect blood clots deep vein thrombosis-DVT in the legs or arms
Determine if a patient is a good candidate for certain procedures, such as angioplasty or endoluminal repair
Evaluate the success of procedures that involve grafting or bypassing blood vessels
Determine if there is an enlarged artery, commonly known as an aneurysm
Determine the source and severity of varicose veins
Determine hemodialysis access

Sclerotherapy for Spider and Larger Veins

Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive procedure that treats spider veins and some larger veins. A chemical is injected into the damaged veins. This chemical is called a sclerosing agent. This injection diminishes the appearance of the damaged veins.

A tiny needle is inserted in the damaged vein and the chemical is injected. A blanching effect can take place where the vein disappears for a few seconds. It returns angry and red and will overtime fade making it less visible as the body absorbs the vein. The liquid or foam causes the walls of the vein to seal shut, so blood is redirected to unaffected veins.

This sclerotherapy takes place in sessions and may take more than one session to complete treatment.