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Is it possible to use the VeinGogh treatment on the sclera of the eye to remove permanently dilated blood vessels? (Photo)

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somewhereincaliforniaFeb 25, 2014

I read that this Ohmic Thermolysis System method applies heat to the coagulate the blood hence collapsing the vein without damaging other surrounding tissue. Could this be used to remove prominent large blood vessels on the sclera?

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