The therapeutic principle behind all modern procedures is to shut down a diseased section of vein without incisions or injury. This relieves pressure on the healthy sections of vein, allowing blood circulation to function properly again and varicose veins to disappear. This is exactly what we offer you in Zurich.
It is worth traveling from anywhere in Switzerland, because you can return home immediately and resume your everyday life free of discomfort—without vein problems.
The vein laser closes off diseased veins using high-energy light, which acts on the blood or the vessel wall depending on the wavelength selected. Depending on the task at hand (vessel size, blood clotting, medication), the laser acts more on the blood cells or on the vessel wall.
Depending on the task at hand (vessel size, blood clotting, medication), the wavelength is selected so that it has an optimal effect on the blood cells or the vessel wall. This clever choice of wavelength is a decisive factor for success.

The special feature of the angioclinic® vein laser is the precise adjustment of each vein size to the laser beam using CPLA technology (coaxial perivenous local anesthesia, developed by Dr. Ragg) and the intelligent choice of wavelength (1470–1940 nm). This precise adjustment is the secret to a completely pain-free laser treatment without anesthesia or sedation.
CPLA stands for “coaxial perivenous local anesthesia” and was developed by Dr. Ragg. This technique allows each vein size to be precisely adjusted to the laser beam—which is exactly what makes the decisive difference compared to “normal” laser treatments. For particularly large veins, contact with the laser fiber can be optimally established using the Intrashape®-Technique patented by Dr. Ragg.
The angioclinic® vein centers are the only ones in Switzerland to offer the innovative Intrashape®-Technique. This allows even very large veins to be treated successfully and painlessly with laser or sclerotherapy. Intrashape® uses hyaluronic acid gel to transform large veins into small, easy-to-treat veins. At the same time, the safety of the therapy is further increased.
This type of vein laser (and ONLY this type!) has proven to be the most successful method for treating saphenous veins:
Weniger als 6 % Rückfallquote nach 10 Jahren
(As of 5/2014) – Long-term successful results
No waiting time, active immediately
Through CPLA technology
This performance is significantly better than “normal” laser treatments, making the angioclinic® vein laser the first choice for treating varicose veins.
The long-term results of the angioclinic® vein laser speak for themselves. With less than 6% recurrence after 10 years, this method offers a permanent solution to your vein problem.
It is both the safest procedure and the only one in which the treated vein is immediately closed and stable under pressure. For you, this means:
Can be loaded immediately after treatment
Return to all activities on the same day
The closure is sturdy and secure.
Through precise CPLA technology
No downtime
Permanent closure of the treated vein
These features make the angioclinic® vein laser the ideal choice for anyone who does not want to give up their activities.
You can find out more about our comprehensive treatment approach on our range of services page.
Schedule your personal consultation appointment now. We will take the time to answer your questions and provide you with individual and discreet advice.
Each treatment is preceded by a thorough diagnosis using state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment. This allows us to determine exactly which veins require treatment and which treatment method is optimal.
The actual laser treatment is performed:
Die Behandlung erfolgt ambulant in unserer modernen Klinik in Zürich
You can find out how long the treatment takes under How long does the treatment of varicose veins take?
After treatment, you can:
Die Behandlung erfolgt ambulant in unserer modernen Klinik in Zürich
Whether and when compression stockings are necessary depends on the treatment. Find out more on our summer therapy page.
No. Thanks to CPLA technology, the treatment is virtually painless. The local anesthetic is administered so precisely that you will not feel anything during the treatment.
Depending on the extent of the condition, treatment takes 30-60 minutes. For more information, see How long does varicose vein treatment take?
The costs depend on the extent of the treatment. You can find detailed information under How much does the treatment of varicose veins cost in Switzerland?
The cost depends on the extent of the treatment. Detailed information can be found under How much does varicose vein treatment cost in Switzerland? How long do the results last?
Yes, depending on the situation, other methods may also be useful:
We will determine which method is best for you in a personal consultation.
Die Behandlung erfolgt ambulant in unserer modernen Klinik in Zürich

Would you like to see the results that can be achieved with the angioclinic® vein laser? Take a look at our case studies and see the before and after results for yourself.
The angioclinic® vein laser offers you the most successful and safest method for treating saphenous veins—with impressive long-term results and an immediate return to your active life.
Arrange your consultation appointment now:
Our experienced team led by Dr. Ragg looks forward to treating you with the latest laser technology.
From all over Switzerland: Many of our patients travel to Zurich for this unique treatment – and can return home symptom-free on the same day.
