You will be monitored in the recovery area. Most people go home the same day. You will see your clinician a few weeks later to discuss how you responded to the treatment. Some vascular malformations can be treated with a single treatment. However, most vascular malformations need multiple treatments over time.

• Follow your clinician’s directions about ice, compression bandages, and medicines.

• Remove the bandage before showering. 

• You may drive yourself in 24 hours. 

• If you have a wound:

• Do not put any creams or medicines on the wound. 

• Replace bandage until the wound is closed, usually 24-48 hours 

• Do not soak the wound (in a bath or pool) until the wound is completely healed (around 72 hours).

• No exercise or exertion until the wound is completely healed (around 72 hours).

Symptoms you may notice: 

• You may feel groggy from the medicines used to keep you comfortable. Headache and nausea may occur but usually do not last longer than 12-24 hours.

• You may have soreness and bruising around the wound.