Frequently Asked Questions

Sclerotherapy

How does it work?
Sclerotherapy is used for more severe cases of spider veins. Our cosmetic specialist will gently inject a special solution called scleremo into the affected veins which leads to them being broken down and eliminated from the body.

Does it hurt?
During and after a treatment of Sclerotherapy, the network of red veins at first becomes pronounced and your skin may swell a little though there is normally no pain then the redness will begin to fade until it completely disappears.

How many treatments will I need?
With Sclerotherapy, one treatment is often enough

Radiofrequency

Radiofrequency is used for cases of small to large cases of varicose veins (those much bigger than spider veins)

Does it hurt

Local anaesthetic is used to numb the entry point of the device as well as treatment lenght. Post treatment analgesics are also given so pain is as little as possible.

Who Performs These Procedures and How Do I Know Which One Is Right For Me?

We are lucky to have, Mr. T. Bhatti, a highly experienced and devoted vascular/general surgeon at CosMedocs who specialises in treating & researching newer methods that are safe, effective and have minimum side effects including recurrence for complex disorders of arteries and veins. During your consultation / initial assessment we will assess and advise which what options are best suited for your specific condition and circumstances.

Mr Tahir Siddiq Bhatti

Degrees : MB BS, FRCS, FRCS Ed, FRCS (Gen Surg)

Year Qualified : 1984

Speciality : General surgery / Vascular Surgery

Sub - speciality : Laparoscopic surgery (keyhole), Vascular surgery

Clinical interests: Carotid surgery, recurrent varicose vein surgery, laparoscopic gall bladder surgery, thyroid surgery

Research interests: Recurrence of varicose veins after surgery

NHS Hospital: Consultant General & Vascular Surgeon, Hemel Hempstead Hospital, West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Current membership(s) of professional, national and regional bodies:

"Mr. Bhatti is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England; Member of the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland; Member of the British Association of Endocrine Surgeons. He has had extensive training in vascular and general surgery which has allowed him to develop other highly skilled interests such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy (keyhole gall bladder surgery), and thyroid surgery. A significant part of his NHS and private practice consists of these two areas in addition to his main subspecialty of vascular surgery. Carotid surgery and surgery for recurrent varicose veins are his main areas of interest in vascular surgery and has been engaged in research into the prevention of recurrence of varicose veins after surgery. "