UGFS is safe in expert hands. Mild bruising and pigmentation along the vein course are common and settle over weeks. Serious complications are very rare with ultrasound-guided technique.

✦ FOAM VEIN CLOSURE

Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS)

Q: Is UGFS suitable for all varicose veins?

It is best for smaller varicose veins, reticular veins, recurrent veins, and as a complement to EVLA / RFA. Larger truncal veins are usually treated with laser or radiofrequency for more durable closure.

Q: Will I see immediate improvement?

Treated veins gradually fade over weeks. Most patients see a noticeable improvement within 4–6 weeks, with continued improvement over 3 months.

Q: How many sessions will I need?

Most patients need 1–3 sessions depending on the number and size of veins. Sessions are spaced a few weeks apart for the best result.

Specialised foam medication injected under ultrasound guidance to close smaller varicose veins and reticular veins — a quick office procedure with no cuts and minimal downtime.

20–45 min PROCEDURE

Office Procedure SETTING

>90% SUCCESS RATE

Same Day RETURN TO WORK

What is Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS)?

Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS) is a quick, office-based treatment for smaller varicose veins, reticular veins, and recurrent veins after previous surgery. A specialised foam medication is injected under ultrasound guidance into the diseased vein, causing it to collapse and gradually disappear. UGFS is particularly useful for veins not suitable for laser or radiofrequency, and as a finishing touch after EVLA / RFA. Dr. Tejasree Vengala performs UGFS at Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad, with high precision and excellent cosmetic results.

Suitable for smaller varicose veins, reticular veins, recurrent veins after previous surgery, perforator vein incompetence, or as additional treatment after EVLA / RFA.

How the Procedure Works

Doppler Mapping

The diseased veins are precisely mapped using Doppler ultrasound to plan the injection sites and volumes.

Foam Preparation

A specialised sclerosing agent is mixed with air using a closed system to produce a stable foam.

Ultrasound-Guided Injection

The foam is injected directly into the diseased vein under continuous ultrasound visualisation, ensuring safe and precise delivery.

Compression Application

Compression stockings are applied immediately after the procedure to support vein closure and reduce bruising.

Walking & Discharge

Patients walk for 15–20 minutes and are then discharged. Most return to normal activity the same day or next.

Outcomes

20–45 minDURATION

OfficeSETTING

>90%SUCCESS RATE

1–2 WeeksFULL EFFECT

Who Needs This Treatment?

→Quick office procedure with no cuts or stitches
→Excellent for small varicose and reticular veins
→Useful for recurrent veins after previous surgery
→Combines well with EVLA / RFA for complete results
→Same-day return to normal activities
→Cost-effective treatment for select cases

Foam sclerotherapy is a quiet workhorse — it finishes the job that laser starts, takes care of small veins missed by surgery, and rescues recurrent veins gracefully. Used precisely under ultrasound, it gives lasting results without any incision.

— — Dr. Tejasree Vengala, Consultant Proctologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad

Common Questions

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