Perth's Leading Specialist in the Treatment of Varicose Veins
Dr Luke Matar | MBBS, FRANZCR, FACP
What is Stasis Dermatitis?
Stasis dermatitis, also known as venous eczema, varicose eczema or gravitational dermatitis, is an inflammatory condition of the skin seen in association with venous insufficiency also called venous reflux.
Venous eczema is more common in people with varicose veins, but not all patients with venous reflux and venous eczema will have visible varicose veins, as the varicose veins may be “hidden”. Without the correct varicose vein treatments, venous eczema may lead to chronic skin ulceration.
Stasis dermatitis is usually found around the ankles or lower legs and frequently misdiagnosed by general practitioners as cellulitis or simple eczema. Patients have typically struggled with this condition for many years with chronic relapsing.
Symptoms of Stasis Dermatitis
If you experience the following symptoms around your ankles and lower legs (with or without varicose veins) it’s important to see a vein specialist.
- Itchy Skin
- Red & Swollen Skin
- Dry & Flaky Skin
- Scaly & Crusty Skin
What Causes Stasis Dermatitis?
Venous reflux occurs when the valves in the veins fail and blood travels toward the feet instead of the heart. This increases the pressure in the veins, which can cause fluid to leak into the surrounding tissues. It is thought that venous eczema may develop as a result of the immune system reacting to this fluid.
How To Treat Stasis Dermatitis
The first step in stasis dermatitis treatment is to book a consultation for a Doppler Ultrasound study. Once a diagnosis of venous reflux is confirmed, venous eczema can be cured by treating the underlying venous reflux.
There is no need to go on suffering when vein treatment could be a solution. We want to help you get an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan to address this often misdiagnosed medical condition.
Stasis Dermatitis Treatment Before & Afters
Treatment Method
Bilateral Endovenous Laser Ablation & Ultrasound-guided Foam Sclerotherapy of the small saphenous vein, plus Ultrasound-guided Ambulatory Phlebectomy
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Treatment Method
Endovenous Laser Ablation (right leg) and Ultrasound-guided Foam Phlebectomy
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Treatment Method
Endovenous Laser Ablation (right leg) & Ultrasound-guided Foam Sclerotherapy
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Treatment Method
Endovenous Laser Ablation (right leg) & Ultrasound-guided Foam Sclerotherapy
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Non-Invasive, Non-Surgical Solutions
Based on your assessment in your consultation, Dr Matar will make recommendations about the most suitable treatment options.
At The Vein Clinic, we offer minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment options for varicose veins. They do not require a stay at the hospital and are performed at our state-of-the-art clinic in Subiaco. And because they are minimally invasive, you can return to your everyday life soon after your procedure.
Our Approach to Treatment
Stage 1
Treatment of large malfunctioning veins (trunk)
Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLA) to great, small, and/or anterior accessory saphenous veins. 60 minutes
Stage 2
Treatment of large varicose veins (branches)
Phlebectomy removal of larger bulging varicose veins 90-120 minutescombined with
Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS) on smaller veins. 30 minutes
Stage 2
Treatment of small varicose veins (branches) if required
Extra sessions of UGFS to close smaller veins if identified as required at post-treatment follow-up scan 30 minutes
You may not require this stage.
Stage 3
Optional treatment surface veins (leaves)
Usually done by Microsclerotherapy 30 minutes
Most patients require multiple treatment sessions to remove spider veins.
Stage 4
Follow up and maintenance to ensure best results
Meet Your Vein Specialist
Dr Luke Matar MBBS, FRANZCR, FACP
Dr Matar has a personal passion for varicose vein treatments. He regularly attends national and international medical conferences, and keeps a close eye on recent literature and developments in the field (ahead of published data).
Meet Dr Luke MatarExperiencing Other Symptoms?
The below symptoms can also indicate underlying vein problems. If you are experiencing any of these combined with venous eczema let us know in your consultation.
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