Microsclerotherapy & Facial Telangiectasia  

Synopsis

Spider veins and thread veins are terms used by the public for small, unsightly, superficial veins usually found in clusters on the legs. The prevalence of thread veins and spider veins among adults is over 50%. Telangiectasia is the medical term for small red veins which are commonly referred to as red veins, dilated capillaries or broken veins.

Full description

Wigmore Medical and VeinCare Training have teamed up to offer you one of the UK’s premier accredited training courses in professional vein care treatment.

Spider veins and thread veins are terms used by the public for small, unsightly, superficial veins usually found in clusters on the legs. They are a frequent cosmetic cause for concern amongst women and the demand for treatment is rapidly increasing. The prevalence of thread veins and spider veins among adults is over 50%.

Most women are concerned with the cosmetic appearance of their thread veins but they are frequently associated with symptoms of aching, burning, itching, throbbing and cramps. These symptoms are often worse at certain times of the menstrual cycle. In addition, the presence of thread veins may indicate an abnormality of the venous system which may require further investigation.

Microsclerotherapy is a safe and effective treatment for thread veins and spider veins which has been practiced in Europe for many years. With appropriate training, it can be practised by doctors, nurses and dentists from a wide range of specialities and backgrounds.

Telangiectasia is the medical term for small red veins which are commonly referred to as red veins, dilated capillaries or broken veins. For Facial Telangiectasia, treatment by short wave diathermy can result in either complete removal or a significant improvement in their appearance, depending on either their cause or the lifestyle of the patient.

This course will enable you to identify veins suitable for Microsclerotherapy; assess patients suitable for Microsclerotherapy; recognise contraindications to patients; gain informed consent; begin your practice with a sound technique.

09:30 Registration & Introductions
09:45 Anatomy and Physiology
10.15 Aetiology and Classification
10:30 Pharmacology
10:45 Break for tea/coffee
11:00 Indications
11:15 Contraindications
11:30 Risks and Complications
11:45 Consultation, Consent, Aftercare and Follow‐up
12.15 Demonstrations ‐ patient examination with Doppler
12:45 Break for Lunch
13.30 Consultation
13:45 Supervised Practice on Volunteer Models
15:45 Facial Telangiectasia
16:00 Supervised Practice on Volunteer Models
17:30 Close

The Microsclerotherapy manual will be sent to you in advance of the course to enable you toundertake preliminary independent study. On the day of the course, the presentation of the theory will be interactive so please prepare.

Course fee

£1200

Course dates

7^th January 2012; 12^th February 2012; 10^th March 2012; 24^th March 2012; 14^th April 2012; 12^th May 2012; 10^th June 2012; 1^st September 2012; 29^th September 2012; 20^th October; 3^rd November; 1^st December

Other info

Maximum class size: 4

Delegate qualifications: Delegate qualifications: GMC/GDC/NMC Registration Number (Within EU). Please contact us if you are outside of the EU but have relevant professional qualifications.

Models for practical sessions: If you are unable to provide a model, we will endeavour to find one on your behalf.

Registration Form

Microsclerotherapy Registration Form 2012