Spider Veins

Spider veins are tiny varicose veins located in the skin. They can be treated through sclerotherapy or laser therapy.

Spider veins, also known as "C1 varices" or "telangiectasias," are tiny, web-like dilated veins in the skin that primarily pose a cosmetic concern. They may exist independently or indicate an underlying venous insufficiency in deeper veins. Therefore, it’s essential to assess spider veins with an ultrasound examination ("duplex sonography") to determine if there’s an underlying venous weakness. Effective treatment of spider veins is only possible if any existing venous insufficiency has been addressed.

Spider veins are tiny varicose veins located in the skin. They can be treated through sclerotherapy or laser therapy.

Sclerotherapy has become the leading treatment modality for spider veins. This procedure can be performed using liquid sclerotherapy or, for slightly larger reticular varices, foam sclerotherapy. Individual responses to this treatment can vary, and potential side effects should be discussed in detail beforehand. When these factors are considered, sclerotherapy is a well-established and effective treatment method for spider veins. Alternatively, skin laser treatment is available, particularly for the smallest vessels and recurrent cases.