Varicose Veins and Spider Veins

	Closure® Procedure	Vein Stripping & Ligation	Endovenous Laser (EVL)
Typical Results 48 Hours After Procedure	1	2	1
Proven Advantages over Vein Stripping in Randomized Comparative Trial	Quicker return to normal activities10 Less pain, bruising, and discomfort during early recovery10	N/A	No randomized comparative trial reported
Absence of Varicose Veins at 12 Months	90% of legs treated 8	85% of legs treated 9	not reported
Return to Normal Activities within 24 Hours	89.1% of patients 4	not reported	69.8% of patients 4
Patient Satisfaction	98% of patients would recommend to a friend 5 10:1 patient satisfaction for Closure over EVL11 11	not reported	N/A
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The Closure^® Procedure
The VNUS Closure procedure is a minimally invasive treatment alternative to traditional vein stripping surgery for venous reflux. The Closure procedure is an outpatient (day surgery) treatment performed in hospitals, surgical centers and doctor's offices. Local or regional anesthesia is typically used to numb the treatment area. The thin Closure catheter is inserted into the saphenous vein through a small opening, often using only a single needle stick. The catheter delivers radiofrequency (RF) energy to the vein wall in a temperature controlled manner, causing the vessel to heat to 85ºC, collapse, and seal shut as the doctor slowly pulls the catheter from the vein. After the Closure catheter is removed, a bandage is placed over the insertion site and your leg may be wrapped (typically for a day) to aid healing. Following the procedure, your doctor may ask you to walk, wear compression stockings, and to refrain from long periods of standing for a period of time. Recently presented data show that 89% of patients return to normal activities within 24 hours.⁴ Furthermore, a recent report states the Closure technique "leaves only a needle puncture and has a lower incidence of side affects than surgery, with patients resuming normal activity immediately after the procedure in the vast majority of cases".⁵ As with any medical procedure, you are encouraged to review risks and complications associated with the procedure by consulting with your doctor. Some common side effects may include temporary tenderness and numbness.

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