What happens during endovenous ablation?

If you are new to this, the question is probably simple. When someone has endovenous ablation, what does the day actually look like? This page takes it one step at a time.

Comfort comes first

Pain control is part of the plan. The publisher my.clevelandclinic.org states: "Before your procedure, your provider gives you anesthesia to keep you from feeling pain."

That is the step to hold onto if the idea of a vein procedure makes you nervous. Ask your provider what kind of anesthesia is planned for you.

Pages worth a read

Four pages can help you build a fuller picture before you talk with anyone. One place to begin is the Society of Interventional Radiology page on superficial venous disease and chronic venous insufficiency. MedlinePlus has a page on varicose veins. There is also a page about spider veins and a page on varicose vein stripping and ligation, both from my.clevelandclinic.org. Readers in the townships of Frankfort and Rich can open all four.

A first move you can make today

Write down every question about the procedure, then bring the list to your provider and ask them to walk you through the day in order.

A methodical diagnostician wants you to know the sequence before it starts, so nothing on the day comes as a surprise.