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The Yorkshire Vein Clinic provides specialist advice, diagnosis & treatment for varicose veins.

06/02/2026

Over and over again I hear patients say things like:

“My veins are so bad there’s nothing you can do with them”
“I won’t be able to have any treatment except surgery because my veins are so bad”

No matter the starting point - there is always something that can be done. It’s not an overnight fix and may take several treatments and multiple visits, but with commitment and patience we can make significant differences.

This chap is still “work in progress” but we have already seen a tremendous improvement in the cosmetic appearance of these veins and also in the heaviness and discomfort associated with them.

Varicose veins affect around 60-70% of the population and the majority of these fall into the lower clinical classification of disease meaning that treatment in the NHS is not possible.

A consultation at either the Yorkshire Vein Clinic in Pen*stone or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland will give you all the information you need to find out your most suitable and appropriate treatment.

Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA or EVLT™) is a method of closing off the refluxing vein and is an alternative to the more traditional surgical procedure for treating varicose veins.

This type of laser treatment of varicose vein is now accepted by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) as a safe and effective treatment for varicose veins.

The procedure is performed under a local anaesthetic which means you will be awake throughout.

Most patients are able to return to normal activities and work within just a day or two.

The results of laser ablation have now been established over approximately 20 plus years and it appears that less than 10-15% of patients will suffer from recurrent varicose veins.

04/02/2026

Varicose veins affect around 60-70% of the population and the majority of these fall into the lower clinical classification of disease meaning that treatment in the NHS is no longer available.

And even if treatment is offered the waiting times currently published are increasing and in some cases are a number of years.

It is estimated that approximately 3% to 6% of people with varicose veins will develop venous ulcers in their lifetime. While many individuals with varicose veins are asymptomatic or only experience minor discomfort, they are at higher risk for developing chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), which can lead to venous leg ulcers if not properly managed.
Key Statistics and Risks:
* Long-Term Risk: Around 3-6% of patients with varicose veins eventually develop these ulcers.
* Skin Changes: Approximately 30% of patients with varicose veins experience skin changes (such as discoloration, swelling, or hardening) linked to chronic venous insufficiency, which increases the likelihood of ulceration.
* Prevalence: Venous leg ulcers affect roughly 1% of the population, but are the cause of over 75% of all chronic leg ulceration.
* Recurrence: Once a venous ulcer develops, up to 70% of individuals may experience recurrence, emphasizing the need for early treatment.

Venous ulcers are considered the most severe manifestation of chronic venous disease, typically resulting from prolonged, high-pressure blood flow (venous hypertension).

Free initial consultations at the award winning, best varicose vein specialist 2025, Yorkshire Vein Clinic with duplex ultrasound assessment available to advise what the underlying problem is and how best to treat it.

Contact the Yorkshire Vein Clinic at our Pen*stone site or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland on 01226 286665 or contact via our website

www.cityhospitalveinclinic.org
www.rostrabeauty.com www.yorkshireveinclinic.org

27/01/2026

This is a post we published 2 years and sadly the situation is no better. Figures published last week showed that waiting times are in fact growing rather than decreasing.

Both the award winning Yorkshire Vein Clinic and our sister clinic Sunderland Vein Clinic would be delighted to see you for a free of charge consultation and duplex ultrasound assessment.

Just give us a call on 01226 286665 email us via our websites or message via Facebook to book an appointment.

www.YorkshireVeinClinic.org
www.CityHospitalVeinClinic.org
www.rostrauk.com
www.rostrabeauty.com

The Silent Crisis of Venous Care in the UK

The BMJ ( IF 105.7 )
Pub Date: 2024-01-12
DOI:10.1136/bmj-2023-078321
Bruce Campbell, Daniel Carradice

Better access to cost effective treatments would improve many lives. High quality evidence clearly supports the treatment of common venous diseases. Treatment of symptomatic varicose veins improves quality of life and is highly cost effective while early treatment of venous leg ulcers speeds healing, reduces recurrence, and potentially reduces costs. Despite this strong evidence, and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance recommending referral of people with symptomatic primary or recurrent varicose veins, access to treatment for symptomatic varicose veins is restricted in much of the UK, and people who develop leg ulcers experience delay in getting the treatment they need for underlying venous disease. Preventing and treating leg ulceration is perhaps the most pressing issue. The importance of early referral and specialist treatment was highlighted in the 2019 report of the All Party Parliamentary Committee on Vascular and Venous Disease, Venous Leg Ulcers: a Silent Crisis.

This is taken from an article that was published this week in The British Medical Journal and was authored by two eminent UK vascular surgeons.

If you are concerned about your varicose veins and don’t want to join the 7.7 million patients on the NHS waiting lists then come and see us at one of our clinics in Pen*stone or Sunderland.

With 18 years of experience and in excess of 25,000 patients treated we can offer information and advice about each and every available treatment option.

Our consultation includes duplex ultrasound examination and is offered free of charge and commencing in the New Year we will also be able to offer flexible payment options for our treatment packages.

For further information please visit our websites

www.YorkshireVeinClinic.org
www.CityHospitalVeinClinic.org
www.rostrauk.com
www.rostrabeauty.com

Or call 01226 286665 for further information or to book a consultation.

17/01/2026

Injection sclerotherapy and ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy are just two of the many treatments we offer to treat varicose/thread veins.

Free initial consultations at the award winning, best varicose vein specialist 2025, Yorkshire Vein Clinic with duplex ultrasound assessment available to advise what the underlying problem is and how best to treat it.

Contact the Yorkshire Vein Clinic at our Pen*stone site or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland on 01226 286665 or contact via our website

www.cityhospitalveinclinic.org
www.rostrabeauty.com www.yorkshireveinclinic.org

15/01/2026

Varicose veins affect around 60-70% of the population and the majority of these fall into the lower clinical classification of disease meaning that treatment in the NHS is not possible.

A consultation at either the award winning Yorkshire Vein Clinic in Pen*stone or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland will give you all the information you need to find out your most suitable and appropriate treatment.

Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA or EVLT™) is a method of closing off the refluxing vein and is an alternative to the more traditional surgical procedure for treating varicose veins.

This type of laser treatment of varicose vein is now accepted by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) as a safe and effective treatment for varicose veins.

The procedure is performed under a local anaesthetic which means you will be awake throughout.

Most patients are able to return to normal activities and work within just a day or two.

The results of laser ablation have now been established over approximately 20 plus years and it appears that less than 10-15% of patients will suffer from recurrent varicose veins.

06/01/2026

What an awesome way to start the new year!

The Yorkshire Vein Clinic is thrilled to announce that we are have been rewarded for all our hard work with a phenomenal award.

The UK SME News Enterprise Awards have presented us with the award for:-

The Best Varicose Vein Specialist - Yorkshire, 2025.

The entire team are very excited to keep doing what we do best into 2026 at both our Pen*stone and Sunderland clinics and are always happy to see new patients for a complimentary consultation and ultrasound assessment.

If you want to discuss your vein problems, talk about treatment options or just get some advice do not hesitate to contact us on 01226 286665, via the website www.YorkshireVeinClinic.org, email info@yorkshireveinclinic.org or message via our socia media.

14/09/2025

No matter the starting point - there is always something that can be done. It’s not an overnight fix and may take several treatments and multiple visits, but with commitment and patience we can make significant differences.

This chap is currently “work in progress” but we have already seen a tremendous improvement in the cosmetic appearance of these veins and also in the heaviness and discomfort associated with them.

Varicose veins affect around 60-70% of the population and the majority of these fall into the lower clinical classification of disease meaning that treatment in the NHS is not possible.

A consultation at either the Yorkshire Vein Clinic in Pen*stone or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland will give you all the information you need to find out your most suitable and appropriate treatment.

Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA or EVLT™) is a method of closing off the refluxing vein and is an alternative to the more traditional surgical procedure for treating varicose veins.

This type of laser treatment of varicose vein is now accepted by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) as a safe and effective treatment for varicose veins.

The procedure is performed under a local anaesthetic which means you will be awake throughout.

Most patients are able to return to normal activities and work within just a day or two.

The results of laser ablation have now been established over approximately 20 plus years and it appears that less than 10-15% of patients will suffer from recurrent varicose veins.

09/07/2025

Varicose veins affect around 60-70% of the population and the majority of these fall into the lower clinical classification of disease meaning that treatment in the NHS is not possible.

A consultation at either the Yorkshire Vein Clinic in Pen*stone or The City Hospital Vein Clinic in Sunderland will give you all the information you need to find out your most suitable and appropriate treatment.

Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA or EVLT™) is a method of closing off the refluxing vein and is an alternative to the more traditional surgical procedure for treating varicose veins.

This type of laser treatment of varicose vein is now accepted by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) as a safe and effective treatment for varicose veins.

The procedure is performed under a local anaesthetic which means you will be awake throughout.

Most patients are able to return to normal activities and work within just a day or two.

The results of laser ablation have now been established over approximately 20 plus years and it appears that less than 10-15% of patients will suffer from recurrent varicose veins.

Address

26 Bridge Street

S366AJ

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+441226286665

Website

http://www.yorkshireveinclinic.org/

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