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Occlusion of the Great and Small Saphenous Vein Using Copolymeric Glue Based on N-Butyl Cyanoacrylate and Methacryloxy Sulfolane
Published on: December 9, 2022
[Anatomic challenges of foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins]
1Klinik für Dermatologie, Allergologie und Venerologie, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Lübeck, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Deutschland. Birgit.Kahle@uksh.de.
Background:
Foam sclerotherapy is well established in the treatment of varicose veins of different sizes.
Methods:
A literature review was performed to determine whether specific anatomical findings could be a limitation for foam sclerotherapy.
Results:
The following anatomical aspects are relevant as a potential limitation for foam sclerotherapy: treatment of pudendal veins, varicose veins in patients with chronic lymphedema and lymph fistulas.
Conclusion:
In some indications foam sclerotherapy is the treatment of choice. It is an effective and safe treatment option.
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