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Sclerotherapy Montreal
Sclerotherapy is an injectable medical treatment in which a solution is injected into spider veins (small visible veins close to the surface) and small varicose veins to make them collapse. Once the vein is closed, it is gradually reabsorbed by the body and blood naturally redirects through the surrounding healthy veins. The treatment is used on spider veins and small varicose veins of the legs, ankles and feet.
Sclerotherapy is most often considered by patients who would like to reduce the appearance of spider veins and small visible veins on the legs for aesthetic or comfort reasons. A session lasts about 20 minutes with no notable downtime, and wearing compression stockings in the days following the treatment is generally recommended to support the results. Depending on the nature and extent of the veins to be treated, several sessions spaced over time may be needed to reach the established goals.
Because every patient's veins, goals and medical history are different, sclerotherapy at our Dermapure Outremont clinic always begins with a personalized medical consultation with a physician. Together, you will discuss the nature of your veins, what a realistic treatment plan could look like, the number of sessions anticipated, the expected results, the recovery and the possible side effects. Your treatment plan will be tailored to your veins and your goals. Book your medical consultation with our team at Dermapure Outremont.
What to Expect During Your Session
Personalized assessment
During your consultation, your veins are carefully assessed to determine the source of your spider or varicose veins. A thorough evaluation helps identify the factors contributing to your condition and allows for the development of a safe, accurate, and effective treatment plan for lasting results. As with any medical consultation, current fees apply.
Pre-treatment photos
Sclerotherapy treatment
Lasting approximately 30 minutes, sclerotherapy may cause a mild stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth during the injections. These sensations are temporary and typically resolve quickly after the procedure. Because the treatment involves injecting the targeted veins, some bruising is expected and generally fades over the following weeks. To support optimal healing, compression stockings should be worn for approximately 1 to 2 weeks after treatment, as recommended by your healthcare provider. During this time, unprotected sun exposure to the treated area should be avoided until any bruising has resolved.
Follow-Up & Maintenance
At your initial consultation, the physician will determine how many treatments are required per leg. The number of sclerotherapy sessions depends on the extent of the vein disease, and the amount of medication that can be administered safely during each visit. Closure of the treated veins may be visible within several days, while the veins themselves typically fade over the following weeks to several months. Compression stockings should be worn for approximately two weeks after each treatment to promote healthy circulation and support optimal healing. Patients can return to most usual activities following treatment.
Contraindications
Sclerotherapy is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as a known allergy to the sclerotic agent used. Special consideration is required in people with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable such as hypercoagulability (blood clotting), a history of a deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
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