Varicose Veins affect up to 60% of the adult population. They are caused by distorted and enlarged superficial veins that are visible through the skin. As the walls of our veins become weaker they can stretch and veins become visible through the skin. Increased pressure encourages the appearance of spider veins and the discolored area that can sometimes look like bruises.
The problem often runs in families’ and can affect both men and women. Increasing age, prolonged standing, weight issues and pregnancy can exacerbate the condition.
Working with London’s most skilled Vascular Surgeons we offer the latest techniques for the treatment of Varicose, Thread and Spider Veins. Our team is proud to have been involved in pioneering new treatments, introducing EVLA (Endovenous Laser Ablation) and Venus Closure here in the UK. Now we are pleased to introduce ClariVein®, the latest treatment from the US. This treatment is quicker, less painful and more affordable.
Varicose veins cause great discomfort and can be unsightly. Bulging veins can cause aching, itching, redness and ulceration. These symptoms and their unsightly appearance can be effectively treated. We can also effectively treat Spider Veins and Thread Veins.
Our Vein Clinic offers the latest minimally invasive procedures performed by expert Vascular Surgeons.
Varicose Veins
Our team is proud to have been involved in pioneering new treatments, introducing EVLA (Endovenous Laser Ablation) and Venus Closure here in the UK.
These procedures are less invasive than the traditional vein stripping procedures and are now the recommended treatments of choice by NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
The treatments offer:
- Minimally invasive key-hole surgery using local anaesthetic resulting in faster recovery time
- Minimal discomfort with rapid results
- Return to normal activities within 2-3 days
- Excellent outcomes with minimal to no scarring
- Rapid results with low recurrence rates
For more information on the procedure please click here to contact us or request a call back from our dedicated cosmetic team.
Spider and Thread Veins
Sclerotherapy is a simple technique used to treat thread and spider veins where a liquid solution is injected superficially in to the vessels using an ultra-fine needle. This medication causes the veins to shrink and fade.
Our team are amongst the most experienced that Harley Street has to offer. Unlike the commercial clinic chains we offer our services directly to you so there are no sales people involved, just medical professionals dedicated to your care and wellbeing.
For more information on the procedure please click here to contact us or request a call back from our dedicated cosmetic team.
The procedure for Varicose Veins
The procedure involves an initial ultrasound which will allow your surgeon to trace your veins and identify the ones causing you problems. A tiny catheter is then inserted along with anaesthetic to ensure that you are kept as comfortable as possible. Through the use of radio frequency or laser, the vein is heated which results in it shrinking. The catheter is then gently withdrawn and the collagen in the vein wall continues to shrink resulting in the vein closing completely.
After the procedure, a further ultrasound will confirm that the vein has closed. At this point your body begins to naturally redirect blood flow to your healthy veins. The entire procedure takes only 45 to 60 minutes following which you are free to go home.
The Weymouth Street Hospital vein clinic offers:
- The most experienced London based consultant surgeons, anaesthetists and nursing team
- Excellent care in our central London Hospital
- State of the art facilities in a discreet and tranquil environment
- The reassurance of care in a general surgical hospital
- Fully inclusive and competitive packages with no hidden extras, we cut out the middle man to give you the best possible at a price you can afford
For more information on the procedure please click here to contact us or request a call back from our dedicated cosmetic team.
The procedure for Spider and Thread Veins
The treatment involves a series of very fine injections of a medication into the superficial veins. The medication causes an irritation to the lining of the vein and which causes it to collapse and then breakdown. Your thread veins will begin to fade will full results evident after 6- 8 weeks. Most patients wear specialised stockings to support the recovery for 1-2 weeks by which time any bruising has completely resolved.
For more information on the procedure please click here to contact us or request a call back from our dedicated cosmetic team.
Recovery from the procedure
Many patients will recover very quickly and go home on the same day. All your aftercare is fully inclusive and follow up appointments will be made to suit you.
Why Choose The Weymouth Street Hospital
The Weymouth Street Hospital is a centrally located private boutique hospital which provides excellence in care with London’s finest Harley Street medical teams. Being owned by eminent Surgeons and Anaesthetists ensures that we only ever have your very best interests at heart. You will never see a sales person or be pressurized into making a decision. In essence we are a hospital group rather than a commercial clinic.
Our self-pay packages are unique. We are a major London hospital offering tailored packages focused on care and reassurance, direct to you. Providing the most experienced medical teams and care without inflated prices, we cut out the middle man delivering premium care at a price you can afford.
Our Surgeons
All our surgeons have many years of experience. They are based here in London and have all been trained in London’s premier teaching hospitals.
They have the following qualifications:
- FRCS (Plast) – this means they are specialists in Plastic Surgery
- They are listed on the Specialist Register of the GMC (Plastic Surgery)
- They belong to either BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons) or BAAPs (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons)
- They live in London – they are not ‘fly in- fly out’ surgeons so you will always have access to excellent care
Our Anaesthetists
All Consultant Anaesthetists at The Weymouth Street Hospital have undergone up to 10 years of further training before being appointed in the NHS. For more information
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What will it cost
We are pleased to offer very competitive packages for fully inclusive premium care with London’s top vascular surgeons all of which work at London’s top teaching hospitals and within the quality end of the private sector. Our self-pay packages are unique. We are a major London hospital offering tailored packages focused on care and reassurance, direct to you. Providing the most experienced medical teams and care without inflated prices, we cut out the middle man delivering premium care at a price you can afford.
Packages are individually tailored to patients needs therefore an exact price will be confirmed following your surgeons consultation.
We guarantee that this will be the price that you’ll pay with no hidden extras.
Our team are amongst the most experienced that Harley Street has to offer. Unlike the commercial clinic chains we offer our services directly to you so there are no sales people involved, just medical professionals dedicated to your care and wellbeing.
At Weymouth Street Hospital you will never see a sales person and you will meet your surgeon at your first consultation. This ensures that you will only be ever given expert advice from the moment you walk in the door. Our specialist cosmetic nurse will speak to you prior to your consultation and ensure you see the right surgeon for you.