TREATMENT

Foam Sclerotherapy (Varithena)

VEIN TREATMENT & FOAM INJECTION THERAPY

Foam sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive vein treatment that uses foam medication to close selected abnormal veins. Varithena is a prescription foam treatment that may be used for certain varicose veins and refluxing superficial veins when anatomy and symptoms support this approach.
  • Treats selected varicose veins
  • Uses foam medication
  • May treat refluxing veins
  • Often ultrasound-guided
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Quick Summary

Key takeaway: Foam sclerotherapy uses a foam sclerosant to close selected abnormal veins so blood can reroute through healthier veins.

Foam may be considered for certain varicose veins, tributary veins, or refluxing superficial veins. The best approach depends on ultrasound findings, vein size, vein path, symptoms, clot history, and overall health.

WHAT IS FOAM SCLEROTHERAPY?

Foam sclerotherapy is an injection-based vein treatment that uses a foamed sclerosant medication to close abnormal veins. The foam expands within the vein and contacts the vein wall more fully than liquid medication in some vein patterns.

Varithena is one type of prescription foam treatment used for selected varicose veins and refluxing superficial veins. Treatment may be performed with ultrasound guidance depending on the target vein and treatment plan.

Foam sclerotherapy is not appropriate for every vein problem. Larger refluxing veins, very small spider veins, clot-related disease, or complex anatomy may require another treatment such as EVLT, RFA, VenaSeal, phlebectomy, or standard sclerotherapy.

Who May Be a Good Candidate

  • Selected varicose veins
  • Refluxing superficial veins
  • Vein symptoms persist
  • Ultrasound supports treatment
  • Suitable vein anatomy
A full evaluation helps determine whether foam sclerotherapy is appropriate based on ultrasound findings, vein size, symptoms, clot history, and overall health.

Conditions Treated

Foam sclerotherapy may be considered for selected vein conditions where foam medication can safely close abnormal veins.

Varicose Veins

Bulging or rope-like veins may cause aching, heaviness, swelling, or visible leg changes.

Venous Insufficiency

Faulty vein valves can allow blood to pool and increase pressure in the legs.

Refluxing Branch Veins

Abnormal branch veins may contribute to symptoms or visible varicose vein networks.

Residual Vein Symptoms

Some remaining veins may need staged treatment after larger refluxing veins are addressed.

Benefits of Treatment

  • Closes abnormal veins
  • May reduce symptoms
  • No large incision
  • Can treat winding veins
  • Office-based option
Benefits depend on vein anatomy, ultrasound findings, foam suitability, compression use, and follow-up care.

How the Procedure Works / What to Expect

Foam sclerotherapy is performed by injecting foam medication into selected veins. Ultrasound guidance may be used to confirm the target vein and guide treatment.

Preparation Before Treatment

  • Vein ultrasound is reviewed
  • Medications are checked
  • Treatment goals are confirmed

During the Procedure

  • Target vein is identified
  • Foam is injected
  • Vein begins to close

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Walking is encouraged
  • Compression may be used
  • Results appear gradually

Risks / Considerations

  • Bruising can occur
  • Inflammation may occur
  • Clot risk is rare

Related Treatments / Alternatives

Depending on vein size, vein depth, and ultrasound findings, foam sclerotherapy may be considered alongside other vein treatments.

Sclerotherapy

An injection-based treatment used for selected spider veins and small varicose veins.

Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy

A guided injection approach used for selected deeper or less visible abnormal veins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Foam sclerotherapy is a vein treatment that injects foam medication into selected abnormal veins to close them over time.
Varithena is a prescription foam treatment used for selected varicose veins and refluxing superficial veins when the vein pattern is appropriate.
Foam medication can fill certain larger or winding veins differently than liquid sclerosant, which may make it useful for selected vein patterns.
Some patients need more than one treatment depending on vein size, vein number, ultrasound findings, and response.
Risks may include bruising, swelling, inflammation, skin staining, allergic reaction, blood clots, incomplete closure, or need for additional treatment.
The best option depends on ultrasound mapping, vein size, vein path, symptoms, clot history, prior treatment, and overall health.

Locations

LVVIS offers vein evaluation and treatment planning at multiple Las Vegas locations. Choose the office that is most convenient when scheduling your visit.

LVVIS West Side Consultation Office

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Consultations and vascular evaluations

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LV2 Limb & Vascular Division

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Limb preservation and podiatry partnership care

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LVVIS East Procedure Office

2250 E Flamingo Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Procedures, diagnostics, and circulatory care

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LVVIS West Side Surgical Center

6120 S Fort Apache Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Advanced vascular and interventional procedures

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