Foam sclerotherapy Perth

A more consistent way to prepare foam sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy Perth

Foam sclerotherapy prep: then and now

Sclerotherapy has been around for a long time. In fact, different forms of sclerotherapy have been used to treat veins for more than 150 years.

“What has changed over time is the way we plan and perform the treatment.”

In the past, foam sclerotherapy was usually prepared by hand just before it was used. Clinicians would mix the medication with air or gas between syringes to create the foam. This method is still commonly used, but because it is mixed by hand, the foam can vary slightly each time.

In 2026, Dr Altaf invested in a new medical device that helps prepare foam in a more steady and consistent way. Instead of the foam depending only on manual mixing, the device supports a more controlled preparation process before treatment begins.

Foam sclerotherapy works by placing a small amount of foam medication into the vein. The foam helps move blood out of the way so the medication can make contact with the inside wall of the vein.

“It is a bit like making foam for a coffee. If the foam is mixed unevenly, some parts may be bubbly and some parts may be thin. When the foam is mixed in a more even way, it becomes more consistent and easier to work with.”

In sclerotherapy, consistent foam helps Dr Altaf plan and carry out treatment in a more controlled way for the vein being treated.

More consistent foam preparation

Foam needs to be well mixed before it is placed into the vein. A more consistent foam can help support a more planned treatment process.

This is especially helpful when the vein size, vein shape and ultrasound findings need to be considered carefully before treatment.

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Learn more about sclerotherapy

For more information about sclerotherapy itself, including what it is used for, what to expect and when it may be suitable, please visit our main sclerotherapy page.

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