South Bend Varicose Vein Center
Vein Centers for Excellence of Northern Indiana
2025 E. Edison Road
Suite B
South Bend IN 46637
866-618-8103
Venous Reflux Exams in South Bend, IN
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 Vein Centers for Excellence of Northern Indiana
For patients seeking South Bend varicose veins treatments, Dr. John Oren, MD has dedicated his life's medical profession and education to improving vascular health. At Vein Centers for Excellence of Northern Indiana, patients in South Bend, Indiana receive minimally invasive treatments which support healthier vein function. Spider veins and varicose veins are often a sign of something within the body which producing undue stress on the venous system. This may be related to obesity, pregnancy, genetic factors, or lifestyle choices.
As a South Bend varicose veins physician, Dr. John Oren supports healthy veins by removing or collapsing problem veins which are no longer functional. Sclerotherapy treatments may be used, which may involve the use of ultrasound for treatment accuracy, or laser-assisted treatments such as endovenous laser ablation which involves the use of a very fine laser, about the size of a needle, to effectively treat vascular dysfunction.