{"id":2000468,"date":"2023-11-14T08:38:27","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T07:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/?page_id=2000468"},"modified":"2026-10-14T00:17:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T22:17:08","slug":"spider-vein-sclerotherapy-naples","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/medical-centre-naples\/spider-vein-sclerotherapy-naples\/","title":{"rendered":"Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples: treatment for thread veins and telangiectasias"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"cmg-percorso-pratico\" style=\"border:1px solid #d9c8cb;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;margin:24px 0;background:#faf6f6\"><h2>Initial assessment or treatment already recommended?<\/h2><p>Before sclerotherapy, Centro Medico Gargano requires a vascular assessment with venous duplex ultrasound performed by Dr Ciro Gargano at the centre. Venous duplex ultrasound of the legs with a phlebology consultation has a 60-minute appointment. A sclerotherapy session for veins and spider veins is a separate service, to be booked after the preliminary assessment and according to the advice received. The price of each service is available in its booking calendar.<\/p><a class=\"cmg-review-cta\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:8px 12px 8px 0;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:8px;background:#632b39;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600\" href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/?ameliaServiceId=27#prenota-online\">View availability for examination and consultation<\/a> <a class=\"cmg-review-cta\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:8px 12px 8px 0;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:8px;background:#632b39;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600\" href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/?ameliaServiceId=18#prenota-online\">Treatment already recommended: view session availability<\/a><\/section>\n\n<p>Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples is indicated for visible thread veins, telangiectasias and reticular veins of the lower limbs when a phlebological assessment confirms that the problem can be treated safely and appropriately. At Centro Medico Gargano in Naples, treating spider veins is not considered solely an aesthetic procedure: before treatment, it is important to establish whether there is underlying venous insufficiency, particularly when heavy legs, swelling, varicose veins or pain are also present.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cmg-before-after-link\" style=\"margin:24px 0;padding:24px;background-color:#f2f7f9;border-left:4px solid #1f5f78;border-radius:8px\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:1.4rem;line-height:1.3\">Before and after photos of spider vein treatment<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px\">Leg and facial thread veins: treatments and photographic comparisons documented at Centro Medico Gargano in Naples.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/medical-centre-naples\/spider-veins-telangiectasias-naples\/#capillari-gambe-prima-dopo\" style=\"display:inline-block;max-width:100%;padding:12px 18px;background-color:#1f5f78;color:#ffffff;border-radius:6px;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5;text-decoration:underline\">View the spider vein photos<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"cmg-page-index\" aria-label=\"On this page\" style=\"margin:24px 0;padding:20px 24px;background:#faf6f6;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 12px\"><strong>On this page<\/strong><\/p><ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;line-height:1.7\"><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-1\">Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples: how it works<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-3\">Before treatment: venous colour Doppler ultrasound<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-4\">Sclerotherapy or VeinGogh: which treatment should you choose?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-6\">How many sessions might be needed?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-7\">After spider vein sclerotherapy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-8\">Frequently asked questions about spider vein sclerotherapy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cmg-capillari-section-9\">Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples: consultation and treatment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav>\n\n\n\n\n\n<section id=\"cmg-video-scleroterapia\" class=\"cmg-procedure-video\" aria-labelledby=\"cmg-video-scleroterapia-title\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box;max-width:960px;margin:32px auto;padding:clamp(16px,3vw,24px);border:1px solid #cbdde5;border-radius:12px;background:#f7fafb;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\">\n<h2 id=\"cmg-video-scleroterapia-title\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.3;color:#1f5f78;\">Sclerotherapy with transillumination: the procedure<\/h2>\n<p>Dr Ciro Gargano demonstrates a stage of reticular vein sclerotherapy performed at the clinic.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"position:relative;width:100%;height:0;padding-bottom:56.25%;overflow:hidden;border-radius:8px;background:#142a35;\">\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/69748766?dnt=1\" title=\"Video: reticular vein sclerotherapy with transillumination\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" style=\"position:absolute;inset:0;display:block;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"fullscreen; picture-in-picture; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<figcaption style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.6;\">Dr Ciro Gargano \u00b7 Centro Medico Gargano, Naples<br>Original commentary by Dr Ciro Gargano in Italian. The text below is a summary of the video.<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><strong>Video summary:<\/strong> Transillumination helps locate reticular veins during treatment. The change visible during the injection does not, on its own, establish the final outcome.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:16px 0 0;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:14px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/?ameliaServiceId=27#prenota-online\" style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:inline-block;max-width:100%;padding:12px 18px;border-radius:7px;background:#1f5f78;color:#fff;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5;text-decoration:underline;\">Book a consultation<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/69748766\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"line-height:1.5;\">Watch the video on its original platform<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cta-finale-scleroterapia\"> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\" style=\"background-color:#1f5f78\">First appointment: Colour Doppler Ultrasound + Consultation<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+390817809641\" style=\"background-color:#555555\">Call the clinic<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/393487035744?text=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20information%20about%3A%20Spider%20vein%20sclerotherapy%20in%20Naples%3A%20treatment%20for%20thread%20veins%20and%20telangiectasias.\" style=\"background-color:#25d366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-1\">Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples: how it works<\/h2>\n\n<p>Treatment with <strong>spider vein sclerotherapy<\/strong> is one of the most widely used approaches to reducing the visibility of telangiectasias, small thread veins and reticular veins of the lower limbs. It involves injecting a sclerosant into the vessel to be treated using very fine needles.<\/p>\n\n<p>The aim is to produce a controlled reaction in the vessel wall, gradually closing the small vessel, which is subsequently absorbed by the body.<\/p>\n\n<p>At Centro Medico Gargano, <strong>spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples<\/strong> is planned after a\n<a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/phlebology-naples\/\">phlebological assessment<\/a> and a vascular assessment with venous colour Doppler ultrasound, which is required before a sclerotherapy session to assess the circulation properly and plan treatment.<\/p>\n\n<p>Treatment is tailored to vessel size, distribution and depth, and to the characteristics of the patient&#8217;s venous circulation.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-2\">When spider vein sclerotherapy is indicated<\/h2>\n\n<p>Sclerotherapy may be indicated for:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n  <li>red, blue or purple telangiectasias;<\/li>\n  <li>visible spider veins on the legs;<\/li>\n  <li>superficial reticular veins;<\/li>\n  <li>localised small dilated vessels;<\/li>\n  <li>cosmetically noticeable networks of superficial veins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>However, not all spider veins should be treated in the same way. Before proceeding, it is important to establish whether the finding is purely superficial or whether there is <strong>underlying venous insufficiency<\/strong> contributing to the problem.<\/p>\n\n<p>Where venous reflux, varicose veins or haemodynamic abnormalities are present, treating only the spider veins may produce incomplete results or increase the likelihood of recurrence.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-3\">Before treatment: venous colour Doppler ultrasound<\/h2>\n\n<p>Before a sclerotherapy session at Centro Medico Gargano, patients need a\n<a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/venous-colour-duplex-ultrasound-naples\/\"><strong>vascular assessment with venous colour Doppler ultrasound<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>The examination assesses the superficial and deep venous systems and identifies any reflux, saphenous vein insufficiency, incompetent perforating veins or associated varicose veins. This allows sclerotherapy to be planned in line with the haemodynamic findings, rather than simply the appearance of visible spider veins.<\/p>\n\n<p>For the required assessment at Centro Medico Gargano, book <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\"><strong>Colour Doppler Ultrasound + Vascular Consultation<\/strong><\/a>. Any sclerotherapy is scheduled only after colour Doppler ultrasound and a consultation carried out by Dr Ciro Gargano at Centro Medico Gargano.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-4\">Sclerotherapy or VeinGogh: which treatment should you choose?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Not all spider veins respond to the same treatment. <strong>Sclerotherapy<\/strong> may be particularly suitable for telangiectasias and reticular veins into which the sclerosant can be introduced precisely.<\/p>\n\n<p>For very small, superficial vessels, treatment with\n<a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/medical-centre-naples\/spider-veins-telangiectasias-naples\/\"><strong>VeinGogh<\/strong><\/a>, a technology that delivers micropulses through an extremely fine needle, may be considered instead.<\/p>\n\n<p>The choice depends mainly on the diameter and depth of the vessel, the colour of the telangiectasias, the presence of reticular veins feeding them, and the characteristics of the skin.<\/p>\n\n<p>For some patients, the two techniques may complement each other and be used at different stages of the same treatment pathway.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-5\">What happens during a sclerotherapy session<\/h2>\n\n<p>During the session, microinjections are made directly into the selected vessels. The amount and concentration of the substance used are determined by the characteristics of the vessels and the clinical situation.<\/p>\n\n<p>The procedure is normally performed on an outpatient basis. Afterwards, temporary redness, small raised areas along the treated vessels or minor bruising may develop.<\/p>\n\n<p>Depending on the clinical situation, temporary elastic compression may be recommended, and individual instructions are provided for the period after treatment.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-6\">How many sessions might be needed?<\/h2>\n\n<p>There is no set number of sessions for everyone. A small, localised area may require a few sessions, while an extensive network of spider veins and reticular veins may need a more involved treatment programme.<\/p>\n\n<p>Results are assessed over time because treated vessels do not disappear immediately. In susceptible patients, new telangiectasias may also develop over time, regardless of a good result in previously treated vessels.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-7\">After spider vein sclerotherapy<\/h2>\n\n<p>Specific advice is provided after treatment according to the technique used and the extent of the treated areas.<\/p>\n\n<p>In general, you may be advised to:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n  <li>walk regularly;<\/li>\n  <li>avoid prolonged immobility;<\/li>\n  <li>wear a compression stocking when indicated;<\/li>\n  <li>avoid injury or vigorous manipulation of the treated area;<\/li>\n  <li>follow the advice you receive about sun exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-8\">Frequently asked questions about spider vein sclerotherapy<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-accordion\">\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#fff\"><summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;font-weight:600\">Can spider veins reappear after sclerotherapy?<\/summary><div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;line-height:1.65\"><p>Sclerotherapy can reduce or eliminate the visibility of treated vessels, but it does not guarantee a permanent result for every patient. Some vessels may persist and new spider veins may appear over time. A network of tiny vessels, called matting, can also appear after treatment; it should not automatically be attributed to an untreated feeding vein. Assessment helps identify any reflux or associated veins and plan appropriate care. The response, follow-up and any further sessions are assessed individually. Foam is not suitable for every spider vein: the doctor selects the technique, formulation and concentration. Possible adverse effects and alternatives should be discussed before treatment.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;border-radius:7px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;background-color:#faf6f6;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5\">Is spider vein sclerotherapy painful?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#303030;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65\">\n<p>The injections use very fine needles. Sensations vary from person to person, and there may be mild discomfort or a temporary burning sensation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;border-radius:7px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;background-color:#faf6f6;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5\">Do spider veins disappear straight away?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#303030;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65\">\n<p>No. Closing the vessel and its subsequent absorption take time, and results are assessed gradually over the following weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;border-radius:7px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;background-color:#faf6f6;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5\">Is colour Doppler ultrasound necessary before sclerotherapy?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#303030;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65\">\n<p>Yes. At Centro Medico Gargano, a vascular assessment with venous colour Doppler ultrasound is required before a sclerotherapy session to examine the venous system and plan treatment according to the clinical and haemodynamic findings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;border-radius:7px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;background-color:#faf6f6;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5\">Does sclerotherapy remove spider veins permanently?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#303030;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65\">\n<p>Treated vessels may shrink or disappear, but new telangiectasias can develop over time in susceptible people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"cmg-faq-item\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px;border:1px solid #dfccd0;border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffffff\">\n<summary style=\"padding:16px 20px;min-height:56px;border-radius:7px;cursor:pointer;color:#752b35;background-color:#faf6f6;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;line-height:1.5\">Can sclerotherapy and VeinGogh be used together?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"cmg-faq-answer\" style=\"padding:16px 20px;color:#303030;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65\">\n<p>Yes, in selected cases they may be used as complementary techniques. The choice is based on the characteristics of the vessels to be treated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"cmg-capillari-section-9\">Spider vein sclerotherapy in Naples: consultation and treatment<\/h2>\n\n<p>For the required assessment at Centro Medico Gargano, book <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\"><strong>Colour Doppler Ultrasound + Vascular Consultation<\/strong><\/a>. Any sclerotherapy is scheduled only after colour Doppler ultrasound and a consultation carried out by Dr Ciro Gargano at Centro Medico Gargano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leg and facial thread veins in Naples: sclerotherapy, VeinGogh, medical assessment and documented photo comparisons at Centro Medico Gargano.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":1000010,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2000468","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2000468","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2000468"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2000468\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2502617,"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2000468\/revisions\/2502617"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1000010"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2000468"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}