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Paradoxical embolism, stroke and sclerotherapy.

K Parsi1

  • 1Phlebology Research Laboratory, Sydney Skin and Vein Clinic, Bondi Junction, NSW 2010, Australia. kparsi@ozemail.com.au

Phlebology
|September 6, 2011
PubMed
Summary

Sclerotherapy, particularly foam sclerotherapy, is rarely linked to stroke. A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a key risk factor, but most patients recover fully.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Neurology
  • Medical Complications

Background:

  • Sclerotherapy is a common procedure for vascular conditions.
  • Thirteen stroke cases have been reported since 1994, with nine linked to foam sclerotherapy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence and risk factors of stroke following sclerotherapy.
  • To identify patient populations at higher risk for neurological adverse events.

Main Methods:

  • Review of published literature on sclerotherapy-associated stroke.
  • Analysis of patient history, sclerosant type, and embolic mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • Stroke is a rare complication of sclerotherapy (13 cases since 1994).

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  • Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is the most consistent risk factor.
  • Foam sclerotherapy was implicated in nine cases, often with paradoxical gas emboli.
  • Ten of 13 patients experienced complete recovery.

    • Conclusions:

    • Patients with PFO or a history of cryptogenic stroke/migraine with aura are at increased risk.
    • Preoperative screening for PFO and potential percutaneous closure may benefit high-risk individuals.