Eventhough both are minimally invasive procedures, radio frequency ablation (RFA)has been associated with less pain, bruising, and complications. Patients mayalso go back to normal more quickly with RFA than with vein stripping or laserablation. Walking regimen, compression stocking, and avoiding strenuousexercise and heavy lifting is recommended after the RFA procedures. Also, RFAis covered by insurance. Best,
When performed correctly , both VNUS Closure and EVLT yield comparable results. Early on there were some differences, but in current day practice, they are the same