BMI Healthcare: Varicose veins treatment in the UK

BMI Healthcare offers a range of varicose veins treatment performed by their vascular surgeons, at 42 hospitals in the UK. BMI varicose vein packages offer you:

• Individual care and attention

• The full clinical back up and support services of a BMI hospital

• High standard of care from a professional nursing team

• Inclusive prices for your peace of mind BMI hospitals across the country

• BMI Healthcare offers two different ways of treating varicose veins - surgical stripping or laser treatment

BMI Healthcare is the acute private hospital division of General Healthcare Group. It is the largest independent provider of private health care in the UK, committed to providing a consistent, high quality service to local communities.

Why choose BMI Healthcare for varicose veins treatment?

BMI Healthcare has built up a reputation for providing excellent medical and surgical facilities, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and a high standard of nursing care, within pleasant and comfortable surroundings. BMI Healthcare deals with over 250,000 inpatient and 1,000,000 outpatient visits each year, and nearly half the procedures undertaken being of a major or complex nature. Read more about BMI Healthcare hospitals.

Their hospitals attract consultants from a wide range of specialities, most of whom have extensive experience gained within the NHS. Supported by BMI Healthcare’s high calibre staff, they are able to undertake a wide range of procedures. Each hospital has an experienced doctor on-site 24 hours a day to support patient care and a fully qualified nursing, clinical and support team plus diagnostic and treatment technology relevant to the patient procedures undertaken. In patient satisfaction surveys, 98.5% of patients said they would recommend BMI.

What are varicose veins? 

Varicose veins arise when the valves that control the flow of blood within the vein become faulty. These valves prevent blood flowing back down the leg after it has been pumped up by the movement of the leg muscles. If the valves don’t stop the blood flowing back down the leg it gathers where there is a weakness in the wall of the vein causing the vein to enlarge. 

For many people they can be unsightly; can cause discomfort, itching and aching; and in rare cases can lead to ulceration of the leg. Varicose vein treatment aims to remove the pain and discomfort, and improve the cosmetic appearance of the leg. The achievement of an improved cosmetic appearance may also require follow up minor treatment to remove any remaining lumps

Varicose vein treatments

Whichever route of varicose vein treatment you take, you can be assured of a high standard of clinical care in a clean and comfortable environment. After your initial assessment and a discussion with your specialist, a treatment recommendation will be made that is appropriate for your specific needs.

Varicose vein surgery

Varicose vein surgery usually involves the “stripping” of the long saphenous vein above the knee. This procedure may be done under general or local anaesthetic and your consultant will discuss the options with you at your consultation. The surgeon will make the primary incision to access the saphenous vein and may make a number of other minor incisions to separate the superficial veins from it. The procedure usually takes about an hour for one leg.

Read more or find your nearest BMI Healthcare hospital offering varicose vein surgery.

Varicose vein laser treatment

Varicose vein laser treatment is usually performed under local anaesthetic and, in some cases, a mild sedation. The consultant will mark the position of the end of the vein. They’ll then make a small incision at the lower end and pass a catheter inside the vein. Once the catheter is in the right place, a laser probe is then passed up the catheter to the groin. As the laser probe is removed, short bursts of energy are used to seal the vein. The procedure usually takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour for one leg.

Benefits of laser varicose vein treatment

If you choose to have your varicose veins removed by laser treatment, rather than surgery:

• You will spend less time in hospital

• You will have less bruising after the operation

• You can return to normal activities more quickly

Read more or find your nearest BMI Healthcare hospital offering varicose vein laser treatment.

VNUS closure® procedure

The VNUS closure® procedure of removing varicose veins involves ‘key-hole’ heating and closing the vein from within, using radiofrequency energy. The consultant will scan and mark the position of the end of the vein in the groin. A special catheter is then inserted into the vein through a small 2-3mm cut just below the knee. Once positioned, radiofrequency energy is gently delivered to seal and shut the faulty vein. Following this procedure most people have an instant relief of symptoms. The procedure generally takes around 30 to 40 minutes and you could be free to leave in as little as an hour after treatment.

 This is usually performed whilst you are awake under local anaesthetic on a walk in walk out basis, although it can also be performed under general anaesthetic.

Read more or find your nearest BMI Healthcare hospital offering the VNUS closure® procedure for varicose veins.

What are thread veins?

Thread veins are extremely common and harmless and may affect the face, arms and legs. They appear as thin red/purple lines and may not look very nice, but they should not affect your circulation, nor cause you any long-term health problems. It’s not known what causes them, but commonly cited reasons are changes in temperature, smoking, hormonal changes, alcohol and prolonged standing, as well as genetics.

Thread vein treatment

For thread vein treatment you can either opt to have a series of non-surgical small virtually painless injections that inject the vein with a special solution into the affected area, or have laser treatment where the walls of the vein are heated until they disintegrate. Neither treatment takes long, but may need to be repeated to achieve the best results.

Read more or find your nearest BMI Healthcare hospital offering thread vein treatment.

Getting varicose vein treatment with BMI Healthcare

BMI varicose vein treatment has been developed to offer a straightforward approach to treatment. Take the first step by submitting an initial enquiry for varicose vein treatment to their helpline advisors. They will answer any general questions you may have and provide you with details of all BMI hospitals that offer varicose vein treatment, procedures and details of the specialists.

Varicose vein treatment process

• Making an appointment

• Initial consultation

• Ultrasound mapping

• Deciding to proceed to treatment

• Your treatment

• After leaving hospital

• Follow up consultation

Varicose vein treatment costs

For an indicative cost for varicose vein treatment please call 0800 656 9606 or you can get a quote for varicose vein treatment  via the BMI Healthcare website.

You can also finance the cost of your health care using the BMI Card. The BMI Card is a unique credit card that allows you to spread the cost of health care, allowing you or your family to benefit from treatment at your chosen BMI hospital at a time convenient to you. Find out about financing health care with BMI Healthcare.

Contact details

BMI National Enquiry Centre
Unit1, Cameron Court
Cameron Street
Hillington Park
Glasgow
G52 4JX

Tel: 0800 656 9606
Fax: 0141 882 6326
Email: info@bmihealthcare.co.uk

Web site: www.bmihealthcare.co.uk

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