EVLT (Endovenous Laser Therapy) — also called EVLA — is the gold-standard minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins. Dr. Raja's Vein & Intervention Clinic in Bathinda, Punjab performs EVLT for hundreds of patients each year, with consistent excellent results and same-day discharge.
What Is EVLT?
EVLT uses a thin laser fibre passed inside the diseased vein under ultrasound guidance. Laser energy heats and seals the vein wall. Over weeks, the body absorbs the closed vein and re-routes blood through healthy ones. The varicose veins disappear naturally.
EVLT Procedure Steps at Our Clinic
- Local anaesthetic at a single small puncture site (usually near the knee)
- Laser fibre is passed up the diseased great or small saphenous vein under ultrasound
- Tumescent anaesthesia is injected around the vein
- Laser is gradually withdrawn while delivering energy — total laser time ~5-10 minutes per leg
- Compression bandage is applied — patient walks out
EVLT vs Other Treatments
EVLT has the highest published 5-year closure rates (95%+) and is suitable for almost all varicose veins. MOCA is preferred for veins very close to nerves; foam sclerotherapy is used for branch and recurrent veins. Often EVLT is combined with sclerotherapy for the best result.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of EVLT treatment in Punjab?
Cost depends on the number of legs treated and additional procedures required. Contact Dr. Raja's Clinic for transparent pricing tailored to your case.
Is EVLT painful?
EVLT is performed under local anaesthesia with tumescent fluid that completely numbs the area. Most patients describe the procedure as essentially painless.
How long is recovery after EVLT?
Most patients walk out of the clinic on the same day and resume normal activities within 24-48 hours. Compression stockings are worn for 1-2 weeks.
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