Options For Diagnosing And Treating Telangiectasia

Surgical Intervention

Surgery is normally only recommended for patients who have persistent telangiectasia or a very tight cluster of widened veins in an area. Surgical intervention is rarely used as a treatment for telangiectasia because it is more invasive and takes a longer recovery than other treatments. During the surgery, a patient may need either topical or general anesthesia depending on the position of the spider veins. The doctor will then make an incision and remove the widened veins causing telangiectasia to occur. Recovery from surgery can take quite a bit of time, and it can be a little uncomfortable in the months following surgery. Because of the drawbacks, few patients choose surgical intervention. However, it can be useful for individuals concerned about the clotting that can occur with sclerotherapeutic treatment methods.

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