Telangiectasies are small dilated blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. Also known as micro varicose veins, vascular spiders, or varicosity, they tend to appear in any part of the body. Although they can more likely appear on legs, they can also appear on arms, feet, neck and face. The latter is the most serious case since it is a difficult part to hide.

These veins disappear through sclerosants, subtances produced with dextrose, hypertonic saline solution, chromed glycerin, etoxisclerol, or polidocanol. The improvement of this technique is almost 100% effective when applied.

The use of sclerosants is a safe and low cost procedure which can be repeated as often as needed to remove those uncomfortable veins. At Salutaris, leader in plastic surgeries our staff includes a group of highly qualified Vascular Surgeons in Guadalajara who will accompany you throughout the entire process until the appearance you seek has been achieved.

The ideal candidate to undergo telangiectasies treatment through sclerosants is that who is aware of the full scope of this type of treatment.

There is no right age to perform this procedure since your occupation; lifestyle and genetic inheritance are the main factors to cause telangiectasies.

It is recommended to apply this type of treatment in low heat seasons since the burnt produced by sclerosis spreads out and increases the risk of ulceration if the outside temperature is high. atura exterior es alta, aumentando el riesgo de ulceración.

The use of sclerosants is a simple and fast method that consists of injecting the varicose vein with substances produced with dextrose, hypertonic saline solution, chromed glycerin, etoxisclerol, or polidocanol. When introduced, an allergic reaction occurs on the walls, closing the varicose vein.

This treatment for telangiectases requires various sessions depending on the size of the affected vein. Since it is a simple procedure, anesthesia may not be used or only local anesthesia may be necessary.

At Salutaris, we believe that communication is the key to success to ensure you’re better satisfied with the treatment for telangiectasies. Therefore, we suggest that before any procedure, you schedule an appointment with you doctor to evaluate your case and for you to come to an agreement of what results to expect.

At this time you will be able to discuss all your doubts and expectations in regards to the procedure. The doctor will explain the process of the treatment. After a general assessment, he will explain the number of sessions required to make your varicose veins disappear. He will also discuss recovery time and the total cost of your treatment.

It is important that you understand each and every aspect. If you have any questions or doubts, clarify that with your doctor, he is your best guide and confidant in this time of change in your life.

Since telangiectasies treatment is a simple procedure, there are a few risks involved; it is unusual but not unlikely to happen. In order to avoid them, we suggest you take each of your doctor’s indications into account. This will ensure a faster and more efficient recovery.

There may be severe swelling, bleeding, skin ulceration, allergic reactions or irregular pigmentation that vanishes with time. If you experience any of these complications, talk to your specialist, he will give you the proper care.

After the treatment, there will be a little swelling and bruising in the treated area. A compression bandage will be placed to speed up the recovery process. Swelling, discomfort and bruising will disappear slowly but you will be able to take the medication prescribed by your surgeon to reduce pain.

It is recommended for you to exercise your legs daily for at least 20 minutes while using the bandages. This will help reduce the pressure on the veins. You will be able to see the final results within a few weeks.