Endovenous laser ablation is a type of laser treatment for varicose veins. It is considered the gold-standard of varicose vein treatments. Using ultrasound guidance, a vein specialist threads a very thin laser fiber into the diseased vein. Then, laser energy is applied to close the vein off and redirect blood flow. Over time, the treated vein will be absorbed by your body.

Laser treatment for varicose veins takes less than an hour, from arrival to departure. The actual treatment takes only 15 to 30 minutes, depending on how many veins are involved. After treatment, you can leave immediately and resume most normal activities.