TY - JOUR
T1 - Sclerotherapy for the permanent eradication of varicose veins
T2 - Theoretical and practical considerations
AU - Green, D.
PY - 1998
Y1 - 1998
N2 - Although sclerotherapy is an established procedure to treat ectatic veins, a wife disparity remains in the reported rates of success, especially for larger varicose veins. This article reviews the venous anatomy of the lower extremity and outlines the indications for sclerotherapy. The historical basis for treatment technique is explored. The mechanism of action of sclerotherapy is discussed as a basis for treatment guidelines. If the procedure is properly performed, when appropriately indicated, rates of success should approach 100%.
AB - Although sclerotherapy is an established procedure to treat ectatic veins, a wife disparity remains in the reported rates of success, especially for larger varicose veins. This article reviews the venous anatomy of the lower extremity and outlines the indications for sclerotherapy. The historical basis for treatment technique is explored. The mechanism of action of sclerotherapy is discussed as a basis for treatment guidelines. If the procedure is properly performed, when appropriately indicated, rates of success should approach 100%.
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U2 - 10.1016/S0190-9622(98)70506-7
DO - 10.1016/S0190-9622(98)70506-7
M3 - Article
C2 - 9520030
AN - SCOPUS:0031915670
SN - 0190-9622
VL - 38
SP - 461
EP - 475
JO - Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
JF - Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
IS - 3
ER -