The system of management known as Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy as described here, is the result of extensive research from the last 25 years combined with developmental research from the last five years.

It encompasses the inclusion of the latest techniques from the United States and Canada and is considered to be the recommended alternative to surgery for individuals suffering from very advanced cases of venous disease. The excellence of this method has been confirmed in the treatments of thousands of patients. The primary principles of treatment include the use of special doppler tests to measure blood flow in the veins in order to determine the exact origin of the problem. State-of-the-art ultrasound equipment shows color images of the troublesome veins. Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy generally removes all need for traditional surgery and stripping of the veins. This alternative to surgery is often completed at less than half the cost of traditional surgical methods

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Q. Who are likely candidates for Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy?

A. Individuals with more complex varicose vein cases (i.e. junctional or perforator insufficiency) who are seeking an alternative to recommended surgery are the most likely candidates. Other candidates include those who have experienced failure either through surgery or traditional sclerotherapy. Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy is the easiest, least invasive and most affordable way to obtain relief from complex varicosities. More importantly, Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy can give you that relief safely, and without the discomfort or expense of complicated surgical procedures.

Q. Why has Guylaine Lanctot Cliniques decided to introduce Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy?

A. Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy is simply an advanced version of traditional sclerotherapy linked with duplex ultrasound guidance that has been extended into areas previously considered to be the exclusive domain of the surgeon. We provide patients with a safe, affordable alternative to surgery. By treating over 100,000 patients since 1969, Guylaine Lanctot has gained the experience and capabilities required to confidently offer multiple treatment modalities. All procedures continue to be performed by experienced dedicated specialists whose principal practice is venous vascular disease and who have undergone strict training procedures required by the Guylaine Lanctot Cliniques.

Q. Why consider Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy over surgery?

A. Our patients want a less costly, less invasive and less debilitating solution for their varicosities but do not wish to sacrifice safety or effectiveness. Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy can offer these assurances. We do not recommend this procedure for all of our new patients. Careful screening procedures are employed to determine if interested candidates medically qualify for the procedure.

Q. What is Ultrasound Guidance Sclerotherapy?

A. An ultrasound test is first performed to locate the origin of the varicose vein problem and a treatment plan is then recommended. Treatment consists of a venous specialist utilizing the guidance offered by the duplex ultrasound system to facilitate the placement of medication using a fine gauge needle in otherwise nonvisible veins and close off the circulation in those areas. This procedure may take several visits to complete. During the initial medical evaluation, the attending physician will determine whether traditional sclerotherapy is more appropriate.

Q. What other services do the Guylaine Lanctot Cliniques offer?

A. Besides our renowned sclerotherapy and laser treatments for the elimination of varicose and spider veins, our physicians also perform many minimally invasive cosmetic procedures such as the removal of sunspots, age spots, birthmarks, tattoos and broken capillaries with laser treatment, liposuction, face-lifts and breast augmentation. Guylaine Lanctot also offers a complete line of post care and preventative care products to complement our varicose and spider vein treatment.