What is CLaCS?
Cryo-Laser and Cryo-Sclerotherapy (CLaCS) is an innovative technique in phlebology for treating spider veins on the legs. This method combines laser therapy with sclerotherapy.
With this treatment, you can treat a larger number of spider veins at a time and achieve faster aesthetic results.
Dr. Joana de Carvalho is currently the only doctor in the Iberian Peninsula certified by the Miyake Clinic, where this technique was developed.
Dr. Joana de Carvalho explains what CLaCS treatment is.
CLaCS Treatment
The procedure consists of the combined application of a transcutaneous laser and injections of a liquid, with the aid of a cooler with a continuous flow of cold air that offers greater comfort to the patient.
The physical action of the cold air and the technique used will collapse the vein and also destroy the wall of the diseased vessel.
To enhance results, VeinViewer is used, an augmented reality technology that emits infrared rays to project onto the skin veins that are invisible to the naked eye but are the source of visible spider veins. This device also allows treatment of the veins that feed the veins visible on the surface of the skin.
It is a non-invasive and non-aggressive treatment for the body.
Contraindications
This technique may be indicated for a large percentage of patients who wish to treat spider veins.
However, prior to any treatment, a consultation and assessment must be carried out.
If you are pregnant, and since this is a time when spider veins is likely to develop, it is best to wait until 6 months after delivery to obtain more promising results.
Dr. Joana de Carvalho treating spider veins with the CLaCS technique.
Medical Specialist
in CLaCS
Dr. Joana de Carvalho
- Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto
- Specialist in Angiology and Vascular Surgery
- Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery
- Member of the College of Phlebology
Specialist Doctor
in CLaCS
Prof. Doctor Sergio Sampaio
- Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto
- PhD from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto
- Specialist in Angiology and Vascular Surgery
- Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery
Medical Specialist
in CLaCS
Dr. José Carlos Vidoedo
- Graduated in Medicine from the University of Porto (FMUP)
- Specialist in Angiology and Vascular Surgery
- Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery
- Author and co-author of several communications and articles.
Medical Specialist
in CLaCS
Dr. Filipa Jácome
- Specialist in Angiology and Vascular Surgery
- Master's Degree in Medicine, from the Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS)
- Guest Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto (FMUP)
- She was awarded 5 scientific merit awards.
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