
Venous reflux occurs when the valves inside the veins fail to close properly, causing blood to flow backward and pool in the legs. This is one of the most common underlying causes of varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency.
Symptoms
Aching or heaviness in the legs
Swelling in the ankles and feet
Skin discoloration
Itching or burning sensation
Visible varicose or spider veins
Treatment
At Republic Advanced Endovascular & Aesthetics, venous reflux is treated using minimally invasive procedures including Radiofrequency Ablation, Laser Ablation and VenaSeal.