User Testimonials

Clinical visualization of superficial venous structures using transillumination.

Precise visualization of the feeder vein system (nutrient veins) for targeted sclerotherapy.

“I have been using Veinlite stand devices for 15 years”

In 2005, at the DGP (German Society of Phlebology) Congress, I had the pleasure of presenting on the benefits and my initial experiences with the device. I now have two older Veinlite 220 devices in use, and for the past year, I have also been using the new MedTech Phlebo stand device with LED technology. The daily benefit in locating deeper or spastic vessels for sclerotherapy is immense; the success rate is significantly increased, with fewer paravasations and fewer complaints during the sclerotherapy procedure.

The device is also of great utility intraoperatively, aesthetically improving surgical outcomes through the simultaneous sclerotherapy of reticular veins. It is also worth mentioning that the procedure can be billed according to the GOÄ (German Fee Schedule for Physicians, item 750). I would not want to do without this practical aid and can highly recommend it to any phlebologist and dermatologist.

“For many years, portable Veinlites have been an indispensable part of my sclerotherapy consultation hours”

The further development, the Veinlite LEDX, allows an even more precise identification thanks to improved transillumination—especially of diseased veins in deeper tissue layers that are not visible from the outside. This enables targeted treatment and increases the overall effectiveness of the results.

The MedTech Phlebo stand device is even more powerful and is utilized in my facility for difficult puncture conditions and during (foam) sclerotherapy. I would particularly like to emphasize the competent, uncomplicated, and timely service provided by Mr. Artner.

“Both devices have become an indispensable part of my daily phlebological practice”

I have been using Veinlite and its successor model, the MedTech Phlebo LED, for over 10 years. Both devices have become an indispensable part of my daily phlebological practice. I utilize them on the one hand during spider vein treatment when searching for feeder veins, and preoperatively for the sclerotherapy of small and medium-sized veins, using both liquid and foam sclerotherapy. This significantly facilitates my work while improving therapeutic outcomes.

“In a short amount of time, it has already become an indispensable aid”

As a general practitioner working in oncology, I am accustomed to establishing venous access, even under the most difficult conditions. However, since having the Veinlite system at my disposal, my success rate has significantly improved yet again. For cancer patients in particular, frequent venous puncture is a considerable burden, and the placement of a central port system can only be performed in exceptional cases. The joy is all the greater on both sides when, thanks to the effective vein visualization provided by this little “miracle” device, blood collection or infusions succeed on the first attempt. In a short amount of time, it has already become an indispensable aid to me, saving both time and quite a few drops of sweat.

In mesotherapy, I use the Veinlite for spider vein treatment and for the preliminary localization of hidden veins—for example, in the facial area—in order to prevent accidental puncture and subsequent undesirable hematoma formation during the various injection procedures of aesthetic medicine.

“Veinlite is indispensable for the sclerotherapy of spider veins”

Indeed, the Veinlite system is indispensable for the responsible sclerotherapy of small-caliber veins. However, the Veinlite system has also proven itself on another level.

We have a high surgical volume. Numerous patients have veins that are very difficult to detect, often due to adipose arms, which can be a real challenge for the anesthesiologist when establishing intravenous access. With the help of Veinlite, we have been able to identify a vein in the subcutaneous tissue on several occasions and successfully place a needle.

“It is also fantastic how simple and straightforward Veinlite works”

I use my Veinlite both at the hospital and in my private practice as a vein specialist. Since the very first time I used the Veinlite, I have not performed a single spider vein sclerotherapy procedure without this fantastic support. The success rate is much higher, and locating feeder veins is far, far easier. Consequently, the long-term sustainability of my interventions is significantly increased. It is also fantastic how simple and straightforward this device works, and how quickly and efficiently I can now sclerose veins.

For me, one thing is certain: No more sclerotherapy of spider veins or reticular veins without Veinlite!

“Rapid and safe sclerotherapy, even for patients in a supine position”

Veinlite offers two significant advantages in a phlebological practice: First, feeder veins of spider veins can be quickly identified and targeted for sclerotherapy. Second, Veinlite enables rapid and safe sclerotherapy of reticular varices, even when the patient is in a supine position, as the vein in question is clearly visualized. Furthermore, the flushing or clearing of the vein during injection allows for an exact verification of the intravascular position.

When I use Veinlite for demonstration purposes, I often look into astonished patient faces. Ergo: Veinlite impresses both the physician and the patient.

“Reasons why the new Veinlite LEDX has become an indispensable part of my phlebological workflow”

• Straightforward handling in both diagnostics and therapy, even when used in combination with surgical loupes.
• A robust, powerful, and well-manufactured device.
• Rapid differentiation of masked reticular feeder veins (which is extremely difficult to achieve with the naked eye or via ultrasonography).
• Immediate verification of the correct intravascular therapy.
• Clear visualization of sub-areas that have not yet been treated during a session. This is exceptionally helpful in the case of larger nidi.
• Reduction of pain and complications, higher success rate, and lower material costs by completely eliminating missed punctures or extravasation.
• The clear visualization of the smallest venous telangiectasias—which can be difficult to define, particularly when the patient is supine or due to seasonal factors—succeeds so quickly and convincingly that it regularly triggers astonishment in patients.
• The therapy, which is easy to observe even for laypersons, significantly strengthens patient trust in the treating physician.

In our group practice, my Veinlite has completely and very satisfactorily filled the previously unpopular niche of microsclerotherapy.

“Less pain in less time, greater efficacy, and more satisfied patients”

I use my Veinlite daily with great success. The number of permanently removed spider veins and feeder veins has significantly improved since then. I explain it to myself this way: injecting a spider vein without Veinlite is like “plucking the leaves individually from a tree.” When you use the Veinlite, you can see the smaller branches or even the vein trunk, allowing you to inject right where the trouble has its roots.

Based on 15 years of experience with more than 20,000 patient applications, I can report the following results:

1. I can work faster, and patients experience less pain.
2. The clearance rate is significantly better.
3. All patients were satisfied and are happy to return.

“Since I started working regularly with the Veinlite, my daily practice routine has changed”

Even without this epi-illumination handheld instrument, I had the impression that I was treating my vein patients well—whether surgically or with sclerotherapy. However, since I started working regularly with the Veinlite, my daily practice routine has changed: during foam sclerotherapy, I can better identify the feeder vein, which significantly reduces the rate of unsatisfactory results and failures, especially when treating spider veins and venous malformations.

When marking patients before varicose vein surgery, localizing deep-seated branch varicosis succeeds quickly and safely, particularly in patients with obesity or lipedema. As a result, postoperative residual varicose veins and early recurrences are minimized. The Veinlite saves time and improves not only the clinical outcomes but also the satisfaction of both patient and physician. I can only advise any colleague working in phlebology to make use of this tool.

“From both a medical and economic perspective, Veinlite was an excellent investment”

Veinlite belongs in the hands of every physician practicing phlebology. It is an optimal aid for the foam sclerotherapy of reticular veins and for locating the feeder veins of spider veins. In miniphlebectomy, Veinlite acts as an optimal adjuvant for visualizing the dilated venous plexus, thereby enabling a targeted interruption of intersections and perforating veins. The sight of their venous network illuminated by Veinlite often impresses my patients more than the significantly more cost-intensive color duplex ultrasound examination. Summary: From both a medical and economic perspective, Veinlite was an excellent investment.

“Veinlite significantly facilitates patient motivation”

I have owned and used the larger Veinlite and the small pocket Veinlite for a year. Since then, both devices have become an indispensable part of my phlebological practice. On the one hand, sclerotherapy, laser therapy, and preoperative mapping are significantly easier and more precise. On the other hand, the devices also serve to demonstrate to patients that the feeder varices, which are not as clearly visible on the skin, should be treated as well. The Veinlite thus significantly facilitates patient motivation.

“Diverse Veinlite utilization within our treatment spectrum”

We treat varicose veins surgically as well as with foam sclerotherapy or endoluminal laser technology. Spider veins are treated in our facility using both lasers and sclerotherapy. In all of these procedures, the Veinlite and the Veinlite LED represent an optimal aid for reliably marking dilated reticular varices, intersections, and perforating veins to enable targeted therapy.

In the vascular sector, the treatment spectrum of our laser center includes the therapy of varicose veins, spider veins, hemangiomas, port-wine stains, telangiectasias (couperose), and pediatric vascular malformations. In these areas, the Veinlite (specifically the Veinlite LED in these cases) helps to locate and reliably mark the feeder vessels, thereby optimizing laser deployment and making the treatment more efficient.

It is also helpful and impressive for the patients to have problem areas in the vascular region visualized in a non-invasive way and to have the further procedure explained to them.

“Emergency Medical Services Field Report”

19-year-old, slightly obese female patient following a traffic accident. No peripheral veins were visible or palpable. Using the Veinlite EMS, a vein on the inner side of the right forearm could be visualized, which was successfully punctured on the first attempt.

Even for short vein segments that are easily visible without Veinlite, the device is highly beneficial when uncertainties regarding the remaining course of the vein exist, which would otherwise prevent the advancement of the IV cannula catheter.

“Veinlite is a great helper in many situations”

Recent mission in the emergency medical services: a 45-year-old patient weighing 187 kg with extremely thick, hard skin (“elephant skin”). Without the handy Veinlite EMS, absolutely no vein or anything else was detectable. With the help of the instrument, however, a vein could be visualized. It was minimal, and only allowed for a blue IV cannula, but it sat perfectly and was our only chance to administer medication. Huge praise from the emergency physician!

“A great purchase”

My husband and I are very satisfied with our purchase of the Veinlite EMS. Not only does it make locating veins much easier for us, but it also gives our anxious patients—who often have had bad experiences with blood collection—the reassurance of being punctured correctly.

Notes and Explanations

The preceding testimonials were submitted by users of Veinlite devices within the German-speaking region—partly unsolicited and spontaneous, and partly at my request—and have been adopted in their entirety without any changes.

Upon request, English-language testimonials from users outside the German-speaking region can also be provided.