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[Varicose veins: sclerosing therapy (author's transl)]
Langenbecks Archiv Fur Chirurgie
|November 1, 1978
Summary
Varicosis can be effectively treated non-surgically using injection therapy. This method involves careful injection and compression, offering rapid treatment for varicose veins without the need for surgery.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Phlebology
Context:
- Varicose veins (varicosis) are a common vascular condition.
- Surgical intervention has traditionally been the primary treatment for severe cases.
Purpose:
- To describe a non-operative injection therapy for treating varicose veins.
- To outline the procedure and key considerations for successful sclerotherapy.
Summary:
- The described injection therapy involves inserting a thick needle into the varix while the patient is upright, allowing venous blood to drain.
- The leg is then elevated (30 degrees) for injection with a sclerosant (Varigloban 2-8%), followed by compression.
- Using a thick needle prevents intraarterial injection, and incising retained blood minimizes pigmentation. Rapid treatment (3-5 days) with 5-10 daily injections is possible.
Impact:
- Offers a non-surgical alternative for varicose vein treatment.
- Potentially reduces treatment time and complications associated with traditional surgery.
- Highlights the importance of precise technique for effective and safe sclerotherapy.