Vein Treatment Options

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Sclerotherapy treatment is the most frequently performed procedure for varicose and spider veins. During sclerotherapy treatment, a local anesthetic is applied and a tiny catheter (plastic coated needle) is inserted into the vein at issue. Then, a medication (sclerosant) is injected into the vein. This medication causes the vein to collapse or close, halting the flow of blood. The vein subsequently turns into scar tissue and is absorbed by the body, fading from view over time.

Following sclerotherapy treatment, the injection site is bandaged and the patient must wear compression socks for about a week to support the success of the treatment. Patients are able to return to normal activities immediately following the procedure.

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Venous ultrasound is the best test for venous disease. It assesses venous circulation, including the deep system and the superficial. Venous ultrasound can rule out clots, or deep vein thrombosis (DVT), in addition to measuring valve closure times or demonstrating venous insufficiency which is the hallmark of venous reflux. Venous ultrasound can also identify veins that feed directly to ulcers as well as diagnose other non-vascular conditions, such as a Baker’s cyst, that may be the source of the patient’s discomfort.

It’s inexpensive, not painful but is dependent on the skill of the technologist. That is why it is important to go to certified centers.

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Veinwave is a procedure which uses thermocoagulation to safely and effectively treat spider veins anywhere on the body. The procedure is used to treat very tiny veins that cannot be treated with sclerotherapy.

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Hook / Ambulatory Phlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure performed via a pinhole puncture. With this technique, vein doctors can remove nearly all larger veins as an office procedure with local anesthesia. The Ambulatory Phlebectomy procedure is frequently used in conjunction with sclerotherapy. This reduces the pressure in the spider veins and smaller telangiectasias. Ambulatory Phlebectomy allows vein doctors to remove almost all the varicose veins in the leg. This procedure is much less invasive because only large surface veins are removed.

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The vein doctor uses ultrasound to map the vein being treated. The doctor guides a thin tube (catheter) through a tiny incision into the vein. This catheter is threaded through the blood vessel and into the groin. The vein doctor delivers electricity in 20-second pulses to a heating element. This heats and contracts the collagen within the vein’s walls. The walls will shrink and then shut down. Veins are treated in segments while the catheter is slowly brought down towards the incision site. Once the entire vein is ablated, the blood flow automatically reroutes through the healthier veins nearby. This restores healthy circulation and reduces swelling. The ablated vein turns into scar tissue, which is then absorbed by the body.

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MOCA or mechanical chemical ablation is a newer technique that can ablate a vein with mechanical trauma and a sclerosing agent. It is particularly useful in smaller veins, and segments beneath wounds.

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Direct ultrasound guided sclerotherapy can also be used to ablate symptomatic veins that are too tortuous or too short for catheter based techniques. The sclerosing agents are detergents that can be injected either straight or as a foam (combined with gas/air).

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Experience + Expertise

Dr. Muto is a respected, board-certified vascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience. She has performed thousands of successful vein treatment procedures across the spectrum of lower extremity vascular conditions. You’re in good hands at Muto Vein Center.

World-Class Treatment

We use the latest and most effective, evidence-based, minimally-invasive leg vein treatment techniques and technology to help you successfully resolve your condition—quickly, comfortably, and with little-to-no downtime or disruption to your life.

Results You’ll Love

We understand the physical and mental impact your condition can have and the importance of achieving results that provide relief and help you look your best. Dr. Muto and her team are passionate about helping you achieve results that make you love your legs again.

We Care

Above all, we sincerely care about our patients and their satisfaction, happiness, and health. You can trust that we will treat you as a person and not a number, listen to you, work with skill, urgency, and efficiency, and do all we can to make your vein treatment a success.

The Highest Level of Vascular Care

We are proud to be among an elite group of vein centers accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in the United States.

IAC Accreditation means you can be certain you will receive the highest level of care and competence at Muto Vein Center.

Insurance + Financing Options

Insurance plans typically cover most forms of vein treatment provided at Muto Vein Center. We accept many types of insurance plans, including private, Medicare, and Medicaid plans. Dr. Muto and her team work hard to ensure that our patients get the treatment they deserve and maximize available coverage under their plan.

For those paying directly out-of-pocket, we offer exceptional, efficient care for a fair and affordable cost.

Financing options are available for treatment that is not covered by insurance and for those who choose to pay directly, including HSA, FSA, and CareCredit.

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“Dr. Muto is great. Very knowledgeable, nice, down to earth, and seems to have seen it all. I had painful, large varicose veins on both legs and also restless leg syndrome, which I didn’t realize were connected until I saw her. She solved them both! I’m very thankful and recommend her to anyone with similar issues.”

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“I saw a doctor at [redacted] several years ago for varicose veins. I’m not sure if I just had a bad case or if the doctor just wasn’t very good, but I didn’t see much improvement. I decided to try again with a different doctor and found Dr. Muto. The difference is night and day. Dr. Muto obviously is very good at what she does since my varicose veins are essentially gone. Highly recommended.”

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“I usually ignore the post appointment surveys I get from doctors, but I felt compelled to provide feedback on Muto Vein Center. I can’t explain how much of a relief it is to not have tingling, restless legs every single day and night anymore. They got me in right away, treatment was easy, Dr. Muto was great, I could not be happier.”

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“I’ve had varicose veins on the back of my legs for a long time, they made me a little self conscious and were starting to hurt pretty bad. I called a few clinics nearby and Muto Vein Center was able to get me in the soonest, so I decided to go with them. I’m happy I did. Dr. Muto was awesome, treatment was effective and my legs don’t hurt anymore (and look MUCH better!)”

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“I had varicose veins on both legs for years, and they were getting significantly larger, causing pain and quite a bit of swelling at times. I finally decided to make an appointment and found Muto Vein Center. It was really interesting to learn about venous insufficiency and how that was causing all of this (I thought it was more of a cosmetic issue). Dr. Muto is the definition of an expert and I’m so glad that I found her. At the risk of sounding dramatic, my life is infinitely better now that I have had this taken care of. Thank you.”

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“I was referred by my primary care NP to Dr. Muto for CVI that was causing bulging veins and severe swelling and pain, particularly after being on my feet all day. I did a video consultation, which I had never done before and should be more common in my opinion, very convenient. We started treating my CVI almost right away and I’m very happy that I was referred here. Dr. Muto is very experienced and knowledgeable.”

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“I had spider veins on my thighs and also two larger varicose veins that I wanted to take care of. A friend referred me to Muto Vein Center and they did a great job. Dr. Muto was fantastic and the staff was very helpful. After a single round of sclerotherapy, I saw a vast improvement. I may schedule another treatment if needed, but it looks great even now.”

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“I spent what feels like a million hours searching the internet for a way to get rid of restless leg syndrome. I’ve seen a neurologist, got a prescription, didn’t work. Tried a foot wrap, didn’t work. Tried various vitamins, didn’t work. Stumbled upon a research paper indicating that RLS could be related to venous insufficiency. I reached out to MVC and Dr. Muto was able to help. I can’t thank you guys enough, you are amazing.”

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“I have a long history with venous insufficiency symptoms, including swelling and varicose veins, and had recently developed a vein ulcer. I’ve seen many doctors over the years, but I have to say that Dr. Muto has been the best. She’s definitely an expert in the field and really helped me finally address everything as a whole. As I near the end of my treatment, I feel incredibly grateful and relieved to have found a doctor who really gets it and to be in much better health as a result.”

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“I live near Boston and honestly had no idea where North Andover was, but it sounded far. It turns out that it’s not far at all and is well worth the trip. It’s a smaller office and team, which I really liked. They really seemed to care, got me in last minute, knew what they were doing, answered all of my questions, and made sure I was all set on insurance coverage. A+”

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“I had a really good experience at Muto Vein Center. I was able to get in for a free consult within a few days, which was faster than I was expecting. I had varicose veins and some pain in that area, and both were starting to really bother me. Dr. Muto gave me a thorough exam and got me scheduled for a procedure to fix the problem areas not much more than a week later. Super easy and convenient.”

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Dr. Paula Muto, MD, FACS Board Certified Vascular Surgeon

IAC Accredited Vein Center The Highest Level of Care

Holy Family Hospital / Steward Senior Active Staff

Dr. Paula Muto, MD, FACS Board Certified Vascular Surgeon

IAC Accredited Vein Center The Highest Level of Care

Holy Family Hospital / Steward Senior Active Staff

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