The ablation therapies can be done within less than an hour and performed in the doctor’s office. Most physicians report a success rate of 98% or greater and individuals often report an immediate relief of their symptoms. Because it is minimally invasive it also requires no general anesthesia or hospitalization. Most people are able to return to their normal activities immediately. Another advantage to the procedure is that there are also no scars left, as opposed to vein stripping which leaves large scar tissue over the legs.
People who undergo this procedure may find that they have some pain and tenderness as well as some slight bruising at the point of entry of the catheter. The chance of subdermal bruising and burst capillaries are negligible. However, since there is a slight break in the skin where the catheter is inserted, there is also a slight chance of infection. (5)