World-Class Venous Disease Treatment in Shanghai
Chronic venous disease — including varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), post-thrombotic syndrome, and chronic venous insufficiency — affects millions of people worldwide and significantly impacts quality of life. Shanghai's leading vascular surgery departments offer international patients access to the full spectrum of modern venous treatments, from minimally invasive endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) to complex surgical and interventional management of DVT and venous obstruction. The Vascular Surgery Department at Zhongshan Hospital, led by Dr. Fu Weiguo, and the Vascular Surgery Department at Changhai Hospital, led by Dr. Lu Qingsheng, are two of China's premier centers for venous disease management.
What Venous Conditions Are Treated?
Shanghai's leading vascular surgery departments offer comprehensive management of all venous conditions, including:
- Varicose veins (great saphenous vein and small saphenous vein insufficiency)
- Spider veins and reticular veins (cosmetic and symptomatic)
- Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) — including skin changes, lipodermatosclerosis, and venous ulcers
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) — acute and chronic, including catheter-directed thrombolysis
- Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) and chronic venous obstruction
- May-Thurner syndrome (iliac vein compression) — venous stenting
- Pelvic congestion syndrome
- Venous malformations
- Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome
- Pulmonary embolism — evaluation and anticoagulation management
What Treatments Are Available?
Shanghai's vascular surgery teams offer the full range of modern venous treatments:
- Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) — minimally invasive, walk-in walk-out treatment for varicose veins
- Foam sclerotherapy — for varicose and spider veins
- Phlebectomy — minimally invasive removal of surface varicosities
- Catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) — for acute DVT with severe symptoms
- Venous stenting — for iliac vein obstruction and May-Thurner syndrome
- IVC filter placement — for high-risk pulmonary embolism prevention
- Surgical stripping — for complex or recurrent varicose veins
Why International Patients Choose Shanghai for Venous Treatment
International patients choose Shanghai for venous disease treatment because of the combination of world-class technical expertise, access to the latest minimally invasive technologies, and significantly lower costs compared to equivalent treatment in Western countries. For patients with complex venous conditions — such as post-thrombotic syndrome with iliac vein obstruction, recurrent varicose veins after prior surgery, or venous ulcers that have failed conservative management — the subspecialty depth available at Zhongshan and Changhai hospitals provides solutions that may not be accessible locally. CMCS ensures international patients are matched to the right specialist for their specific venous condition.
How CMCS Arranges Your Appointment
CMCS handles every aspect of your medical visit so you can focus on your health. Here's how we help:
- Initial Consultation: Contact CMCS and describe your venous symptoms, share any prior Doppler ultrasound or venous imaging reports.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and identifies the most appropriate vascular surgeon and institution for your condition.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with the hospital to secure your consultation and any required venous duplex ultrasound assessment.
- Pre-Procedure Preparation: We advise on any preparation needed before venous procedures, including medication adjustments for anticoagulants.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day procedures.
- Follow-Up Coordination: We help you understand your treatment plan and coordinate any follow-up compression therapy, anticoagulation management, or surveillance imaging needed.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive venous consultation, please prepare:
- Venous duplex ultrasound report (if previously performed — mapping of saphenous veins and deep venous system)
- CT venography or MR venography (for complex DVT or iliac vein obstruction cases)
- Records of any prior venous treatments: sclerotherapy, ablation, surgery, or anticoagulation
- Current anticoagulation medications and INR records (if on warfarin)
- Photographs of affected legs showing varicosities, skin changes, or ulcers
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Most minimally invasive venous procedures — including EVLA, RFA, and foam sclerotherapy — are performed as day procedures under local anesthesia and take 30–90 minutes. Patients typically walk out of the clinic and resume normal activities within 1–2 days. More complex procedures such as venous stenting or catheter-directed thrombolysis require a short hospital admission. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your venous condition and treatment plan.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your venous disease consultation in Shanghai? Contact our team today:
CMCS is your trusted medical concierge partner in Shanghai — making world-class Chinese healthcare accessible to international patients.
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