Marzano admits that some patients can experience a "burning sensation" when the probe passes near the saphenous nerve.
Information about the procedure on the VNUS Web site also mentions that the heat of the probe can damage sensory nerves and lead to paresthesia, a feeling of pricking, tingling or creeping on the skin.
"This procedure is in its infancy," Goren says. "There's not enough data on it."
He maintains that long-term, controlled testing is necessary before anyone should draw conclusions about the procedure.
"Closure is uncharted territory, and people should proceed with caution," Goren says.
People with implanted defibrillators or pacemakers cannot have this procedure, nor can people who have an extremely rare aneurysm at the end of their saphenous vein.
For information on the Closure procedure specifically, visit the Web site of VNUS
Medical Technologies Inc., (www.vnus.com)
This information is not to substitute for professional medical advice. You
should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or
disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please
consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have
regarding your condition.
