MOCA stands for mechanical obstruction and chemical ablation. This particular treatment permanently closes a vein without the need for a large incision.
The treatment is only currently performed on patients who have spider veins. It may be used on small or medium veins. Generally, a more invasive procedure is needed to treat larger veins.
Chemical ablation is a term that describes the use of a chemical injected into a vein to close it. The solution tends to irritate the lining of the vein, which causes it to close. Once the vein closes, it will eventually reabsorb into the body.
MOCA is a painless procedure that requires only short micro-incisions. It damages very little of the area around it, meaning the tissue, nerves, and other veins remain without being affected.
A patient may request MOCA, but it is ultimately the doctor’s final decision about which treatment is best. If the patient is accepted for MOCA, he or she benefits from a procedure that requires no healing time, has very few side effects, and is quick to receive. When used in the early stages, the patient’s vein is totally removed, and it can prevent further complications.
There’s the possibility the patient may experience bruising and tenderness around the site, but this risk is much less than other treatments for this condition. It’s possible the patient will have an allergic reaction to the chemical.
There really isn’t recovery after the procedure. The patient is able to go back to work and resume other daily activities directly after the doctor completes the treatment. Because there aren’t large cuts or sutures, the patient won’t even have to clean out the area.
If you are having vein-related symptoms but are not sure if you need a consultation or visit, please call us at 302-731-0001 or send us a message. Our staff will be available to answer any of your questions.
If you are having vein-related symptoms but are not sure if you need a consultation or visit, please call us at 302-731-0001 or send us a message. Our staff will be available to answer any of your questions.
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