Plano Varicose Vein Specalist
Advanced Vein & Laser Centers
4100 West 15th Street
Suite 202
Plano TX 75093
866-928-7939
Venous Reflux Exams in Plano , TX
Venous reflux exams may be ordered by a physician for patients who are experiencing painful varicose veins, or have symptoms including leg pain or aching, swollen legs or ankles and burning or itching in the legs. Screening to determine the source of venous reflux will be performed by non-invasive procedures such as a physical examination and complete Doppler ultrasound. This exam will identify valve damage, the direction of blood flow, and the velocity of blood flow in the leg so that your doctor can determine the best methods of treatment.
For the venous reflux exam, the patient will be asked to stand while a technician uses an ultrasound probe covered in gel to scan each leg. At the same time, a blood pressure cuff will be inflated at different points along the leg, causing venous blood to back up for a moment, then be quickly released, so the technician can obtain the needed information.
The ultrasound exam portion of the venous reflux exam will take 20 to 30 minutes per leg, with the length of the entire procedure depending on the whether the doctor recommends treatment on one or both legs. The cost of the venous reflux exam should be covered by the patient’s medical insurance, but will depend on their specific policy coverage.
About Advanced Vein & Laser Centers
Located in the city of Plano, Texas and serving the greater Dallas area is the Advanced Vein & Laser Center. At this unique skin and vein treatment center, your every skin care need is in excellent hands with Dr. Doohi Lee, M.D. Surgical Radiologist and Concert Pianist. Offering state-of-the-art technology to heal and treat both vein and skin conditions of various types sets this skin and vein treatment center apart. To meet the demands of bettering the skin and venous health of patients througout the Dallas area, Dr. Lee continually researches newer and more effective ways to treat the skin through the use of minimally invasive laser and radiological options. The Advanced Vein & Laser Center offers an innovative and aesthetically concerned vein doctor and skin specialist, interested in maintaining your health and vitality.