Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins (one leg) in Barcelona

Radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins involves eliminating venous reflux by sealing the saphenous veins using a catheter that generates heat through radiofrequency energy.

It is recommended to treat varicose veins before the summer, avoiding high temperatures and their consequences.

This treatment is used to eliminate the main venous trunks that cause varicose veins, but not the superficial varicosities, which must be treated simultaneously using other techniques such as phlebectomy.

What are varicose veins?

Varicose veins develop as a result of a condition known as chronic venous insufficiency, which leads to circulatory problems causing blood to pool in different areas of the body—most commonly in the legs—resulting in visible vein dilation and a range of troublesome symptoms.

Varicose veins in the lower limbs are often secondary to insufficiency of the great saphenous vein.

What is radiofrequency?

Radiofrequency consists of electromagnetic waves which, when they come into contact with tissue, cause the atoms to vibrate and create friction, transforming into thermal energy that raises the temperature.

Radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins stands out as a minimally invasive vein ablation technique.

This method eliminates almost all the drawbacks associated with conventional surgery, such as bruising, scarring, inguinal neovascularisation, and delays in returning to daily activities or work.

Furthermore, radiofrequency ablation offers better quality of life, less pain, and reduced inflammation compared to endovenous laser treatment.

In short, it causes the varicose vein to disappear through atrophy. Radiofrequency has proven to be an effective treatment, with successful ultrasound outcomes and high patient satisfaction.

If you are interested in undergoing radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins to resolve the problems and discomfort caused by varicose veins—as well as their other unpleasant symptoms—through Operarme, you can request a free, no-wait consultation with our specialist in vascular surgery and angiology. 

This allows you to meet the specialist, who will assess your condition and recommend the best treatment for you.

If you would like more information before booking your appointment, you can contact the Operarme team via the contact form, by calling at +34 91 141 33 56, or by clicking on the Request Appointment button below.

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On the day of your consultation

On the scheduled day of your consultation, you should bring the documentation indicated in the emails we send you when you book your appointment—this is essentially your consultation voucher. In any case, don’t worry—you will receive a reminder the day before.

Once at the consultation, after identifying yourself as a patient of Operarme and meeting the Equipo de Cirugía Vascular HLA Internacional, the medical interview will begin. During this appointment, the specialist will:

• Ask about your lifestyle habits and any discomfort you’re experiencing.
• Review your Eco-doppler ultrasound results.
• Perform a physical examination.

Following the consultation, if both you and the Equipo de Cirugía Vascular HLA Internacional decide to proceed with the surgery, all arrangements will be made to carry out the radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins.

After the consultation, Operarme’s Patient Service Team will guide you through each step leading up to the procedure and resolve any questions you may have.

On the day of the procedure, you will need to attend the Clínica HLA Internacional Barcelona with the relevant documentation for admission. Don’t worry—our assistants will inform you in advance about what to bring and the steps to follow. Afterwards, the medical staff will accompany you to the waiting area and prepare you for the procedure.

Once inside the operating room, the specialist will instruct you on how to position yourself on the examination table. 

They will then proceed to administer the anaesthesia, which in the case of radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins is local anaesthesia, before continuing with the following steps of the surgery:

1. Once the anaesthetic takes effect, the specialist will use an ultrasound scan to guide the insertion of a small catheter into the affected vein through a tiny puncture or incision (approximately 2 cm).
2. The catheter, which operates using radiofrequency energy, will then be activated, delivering controlled heat to the wall of the damaged vein, sealing it shut.
3. After sealing all the varicose veins, the catheter will be removed, and the small incisions covered, marking the end of the procedure.

After the intervention, pain, swelling, bruising, and the sensation of heaviness in the legs disappear immediately, as the blood that previously flowed through the damaged vein is redirected through healthy veins, restoring normal circulatory function.

Are you thinking about finally getting rid of the varicose veins in your legs once and for all? If so, click the image below and book a free surgical assessment with our specialists in vascular surgery and angiology.

Get your surgery date to eliminate your varicose veins

Request now a free consultation with our specialists in Vascular Surgery in Barcelona.

Make an appointment

As you may have seen, the benefits of endovenous radiofrequency ablation make it a proven, safe, and effective technique for eliminating varicose veins. In addition, it offers several advantages, such as:

• Faster recovery time. It allows for a quicker return to normal daily activities, with little to no bruising or pain.
• Technical superiority over previous treatments. Radiofrequency outperforms traditional vein stripping techniques, as well as endovenous laser (endolaser), the other most common minimally invasive treatment option for varicose veins.

Advantages of radiofrequency varicose vein removal with Operarme

Beyond the medical benefits of radiofrequency surgery itself, there are several added advantages of undergoing the procedure through Operarme, including:

• Free surgical assessment with the Equipo de Cirugía Vascular HLA Internacional.
• All-inclusive fixed price, fully guaranteed—meaning you know the final cost from the outset.
• Fully personalised care provided by our patient service team, who will guide you and resolve any questions you may have during the process, so you can focus solely on your recovery.
• Experienced vascular surgery specialists with an outstanding professional track record.
• Top medical centres equipped with the latest technology, located conveniently in your city.

The cost of radiofrequency varicose veins surgery with Operarme is 2.890 € for one leg. This is a fixed, all-inclusive price, meaning it covers everything required to carry out the procedure.

This price includes:

• Operating theatre booking and use
• Postoperative consultation
• Surgeon’s fees
• Anaesthetist’s fees
• Nursing team fees
• All surgical materials required for the procedure (radiofrequency system)
• Anaesthesia and recovery room booking

If you are considering a safe and effective solution for varicose veins, with fast recovery and under the guidance of top vascular and angiological experts, you can request a free surgical assessment without waiting by filling in our contact form, calling at +34 91 141 33 56, or by clicking the image below: