Recently, within the past five years, a new, quicker method has become available to eliminate greater and lesser saphenous vein reflux. This method, caller Endovenous Laser Treatment or EVLT allows the vein to be closed internally by laser energy. This innovation has allowed management of virtually all cases of venous reflux disease to be managed in the office under local anesthesia. At The Vein and Laser Center we have performed over five hundred EVLTs with 98% successful closure of the vein. Dr. Harden has taught the procedure to other physicians and has conducted research investigations for the laser manufacturer. This procedure has revolutionized management of varicose veins disease. At The Vein and Laser Center patient satisfaction with the procedure is greater than 95% with the overwhelming majority of our patients recommending the procedure to a friend or family member

In the majority of cases EVLT is enough and no further intervention is required. Bulging varicose veins collapse and gradually disappear and spider veins begin to fade. We have also noted gradual reduction in the skin pigmentation and healing of ulcerations. By far, however, the elimination of symptoms has been the most dramatic and gratifying aspect of EVLT.