Media Release

Udupi, June 27: Adarsha Hospital has achieved another milestone in vascular care by successfully performing the first Endovenous Microwave Ablation (EMA) procedure in Udupi.

EMA is a minimally invasive thermal ablation technique used for the treatment of varicose veins. The procedure utilizes microwave energy to close diseased veins, offering patients a safe, effective, and minimally invasive alternative to conventional surgery. Benefits include reduced pain, faster recovery, minimal scarring, and shorter hospital stay.

The procedure was successfully performed by Dr Guruprasad D Rai (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon), Dr Sukhen Shetty (Cardiac Anaesthesia) and his team at Adarsha Hospital, Udupi.

In addition to EMA, Adarsha Hospital also offers advanced varicose vein treatment options, including Laser Ablation (LA) and Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), Sclerotherapy ensuring comprehensive and state-of-the-art vascular care for patients in the region.

This achievement marks a significant advancement in the availability of modern high end endovascular and open surgical treatment technologies at Adarsha Hospital, Udupi