A short and simple treatment for varicose veins is now available at Highgate Hospital. Commonly termed ELVeS® or  EVLT® (Endo Venous Laser Treatment), managed by a Consultant Vascular surgeon, and approved by the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence, many sufferers can now be treated by laser, often within one hour. Features and benefits of Laser Vein Treatment over conventional vein stripping surgery include:

- a typically quicker recovery time
- no overnight stay in hospital
- EVLT/ELVeS is a minimally invasive procedure thus reducing risk of scarring, infection and bruising
- most patients are treated within one hour on a walk in, walk out basis

Not all patients will be candidates for laser vein treatment and your Consultant will discuss the options and pros and cons with you. Other vein treatment options

Costs for the procedure depend on the extent and severity of the problem, but begins at £2250.

Call Outpatient Appointments on 020 8341 4182 to book an appointment.  Further information is available on www.varicoseveins.co.uk