MBBS ,MD ,DNB (Radiodiagnosis), Fellowship In Interventional Radiology
Radiologist, Mumbai
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14 years experience
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Which of the following is correct about EVLT?
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Endovenous ablation is a minimally invasive procedure. A catheter (thin tube) is inserted into the enlarged veins for their treatment. As a result, this technique is less invasive than the other conventional surgical procedures.
EVLT is used to treat varicose veins due to which of the following reason(s)?
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Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) is used commonly to help relieve the symptoms related to varicose veins such as pain, skin irritation, discoloration, and inflammation. Some patients may also use this procedure for cosmetic reasons and to give their skin a smooth look.
Which of the following technique is used during endovenous ablation procedure?
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Endovenous ablation is an image-guided procedure (with the help of ultrasound or X-rays), which uses the laser energy or radiofrequency to heat the incompetent vein to ablate or seal it off.
Which of the following is false regarding EVLT?
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The EVLT procedure is a safe and less invasive procedure. This technique leaves virtually no scars.
How much time does the EVLT procedure take?
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The whole treatment procedure takes around 30 to 60 minutes. The patient can normally return to his or her daily routine work from the next day of the laser treatment.
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