INTERmedic's 980 nm MULTIDIODE ENDO laser permits the ambulatory minimally invasive endovenous treatment of varicose veins (internal and external saphena and collateral veins) of all diameters under local anesthesia, as well as percutaneous treatments of superficial vascular lesions.
Unique treatment systems
Due to its 980 nm wavelength specificity and subsequently optimized absorption by oxyhaemoglobin, less laser power is required for maximum efficiency. This implies less heat diffusion in surrounding tissue areas and no undesired side effects.
The unique 15 and 25 W fiber output power allows both endoluminal and percutaneous treatments.
Difficult cases can be treated with greater convenience as a result of the incorporated special pulse system. A short pause between pulses permits recuperation of the epidermis from the two laser pulses, and accumulation of heat in vein or blood vessel is avoided.
The small portable, MULTIDIODE ENDO vascular laser system, weighing a mere 10kg, incorporates a skin cooling system, a wide range of optic fibers of different diameter, a fiber tester and a spot size optimized handset for percutaneous treatments.a mere 10kg.
MULTIDIODE ENDO VASCULAR LASER APPLICATIONS
1. Varicose veins
2. Telangiectasia & leg veins
Varicose Veins:
INTERmedic’s unique varicose vein treatment alternative
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are permanent swellings of the superficial leg veins as a result of malfunctioning valves in the leg veins. These valves open to allow blood to flow upwards towards the heart and close to prevent flow the opposite way. If they fail to close properly, pressure in the veins increases, causing them to swell and the blood to stagnate. This is how those tortuous pathways develop, causing not only unaesthetic effects, but pain and other medical complications.
Where do varicose veins come from?
There are several reasons for venous malfunctions of this kind. In many cases family predisposition plays a role in the development of vein problems. Other causes are overweight or hormonal changes such as pregnancy or the menopause. Varicose veins may also result from professional activities mainly performed while seated or standing up.
How can varicose veins be treated?
Varicose veins are conventionally removed by means of surgical procedures. These procedures, known as saphenectomy and/or phlebectomy, are invasive interventions which have to be carried out in hospital and immobilize the patient for several days. A gentle, effective and minimally invasive alternative to the conventional method is MULTIDIODE ENDO™ vascular laser treatment. The latter is an ambulatory procedure under local anesthesia with no patient downtime.
INTERmedic’s endovenous
treatment approach
A very fine, flexible laser fiber is inserted directly into the malfunctioning vein under local anesthesia. No large cut is necessary for the insertion, merely a small incision of 2-3 mm as an entry point. The fiber is guided under visual control (ultrasound or trans-illumination) to the optimal treatment position. After positioning the fiber, the MULTIDIODE ENDO™ laser is activated for energy pulses of 4-5 seconds while the fiber is slowly being withdrawn. The vascular laser energy applied occludes the treated vein which consequently shrinks, resulting in disappearance of the varicose veins.
The patient suffers no pain during or after the intervention and is able to resume his daily activities immediately afterwards. Neither hospitalization, nor bed confinement are required. Side effects such as thrombosis, bruising, paresthesia or skin lesions have not been reported.
There are however some general exemption criteria for this method of treatment. They are:
- Pregnancy
- Medical history of deep venous thrombosis
- Arterial occlusive diseases
- Serious illness
VASCULAR
Gentle INTERmedic laser treatments of superficial vessels, spider veins and leg veins
Almost 60% of the population suffers from spider veins (telangiectasia), most commonly on face, hands, and legs. Small, unsightly hand or leg veins are also a frequent cause for patients to seek treatment.
Camouflage make-up or covering garments are common means of concealing problems such as these, but certainly do not provide a satisfactory solution. INTERmedic offers the most effective solution to a wide range of vascular irregularities such as spider veins, superficial telangiectasia, red and blue veins, telangiectatic matting etc.
How it works: Laser energy penetrates the skin and is absorbed by the blood. The temperature within the blood vessel subsequently rises considerably, causing the vessel to collapse - without purpura. The long wavelength of the diode laser passes readily through the skin without inducing dermal lesions. The INTERmedic diode laser vessel treatment is possible for any skin type. After only a few treatment sessions the unwanted blood vessels have disappeared almost completely possible with VARIUS™ and the MULTIDIODE SLP™ laser platforms, while larger vessels can be treated effectively with VR1000™ and MULTIDIODE ENDO™ laser.
The patient will enjoy a much improved skin condition.
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