What is fibroid ablation?

Fibroid ablation is a type of treatment that eliminates varicose veins.

It is offered at MIMIT Health!

After the interventional radiologist uses ultrasound to find the location of the vein, a fiber or electrode is placed at that location by means of a small incision.

Then, local anesthesia is injected into the tissues around the vein to collapse the vein around the fiber or electrode to act as insulation for the energy's heat.

Heat is generated through the electrode, thus causing it to close.

Following the procedure, the faulty vein will shrink and you can usually leave the same day.

Note: there may be some discomfort, bruising, or pain after the procedure.