West Palm Beach Skin Care Center
Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches
955 Sansburys Way
Suite 209
West Palm Beach FL 33411
866-430-9059
Venous Reflux Exams in West Palm Beach, FL
Venous reflux exams may be ordered by a physician for patients who are experiencing painful varicose veins, or have symptoms including leg pain or aching, swollen legs or ankles and burning or itching in the legs. Screening to determine the source of venous reflux will be performed by non-invasive procedures such as a physical examination and complete Doppler ultrasound. This exam will identify valve damage, the direction of blood flow, and the velocity of blood flow in the leg so that your doctor can determine the best methods of treatment.
For the venous reflux exam, the patient will be asked to stand while a technician uses an ultrasound probe covered in gel to scan each leg. At the same time, a blood pressure cuff will be inflated at different points along the leg, causing venous blood to back up for a moment, then be quickly released, so the technician can obtain the needed information.
The ultrasound exam portion of the venous reflux exam will take 20 to 30 minutes per leg, with the length of the entire procedure depending on the whether the doctor recommends treatment on one or both legs. The cost of the venous reflux exam should be covered by the patient’s medical insurance, but will depend on their specific policy coverage.
About Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches
For those looking for a West Palm Beach skin care center, Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches is the answer. Located in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida, Dr. Z. Catherine Navarro, MD is happy to share her expertise and skill in helping patients achieve all of their cosmetic dermatology goals. Dr. Navarro uses the most advanced equipment and cutting edge technology to treat her patients and is fully committed to her patients' success. Minimally invasive procedures and efficient treatments allow her to provide the best possible service in the safest conditions at the West Palm Beach skin care center.
The West Palm Beach skin care center is fully committed to providing a safe environment for patients. All of the proper safety measures are taken to help ensure patients receive their treatments in the safest, most comfortable environment possible. Dr. Navarro provides patients with the option of a consultation to discuss their treatment options so that they can have their questions answered and choose the treatment that allows them to achieve their goals. Some of the treatments include compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy, pelvic congestion syndrome, VNUS, varicose vein surgery, venous reflux exams, intense pulse light therapy and laser and light therapy.