EFFICACY OF FOAM SCLEROTHERAPY INMANAGEMENT OF SYMPTOMATIC VARICOSE VEINS OFLOWER EXTREMITIES- A PROSPECTIVEOBSERVATIONALSTUDY
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/Keywords:
Foam Sclerotherapy, Varicose Veins, Venous Clinical Severity Score, Ulcer Healing, Outpatient Department.Abstract
Background: The prevalent issue of varicose veins in the lower extremities necessitates exploring effective and efficient treatment methods. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of foam sclerotherapy, focusing on improvements in the venous clinical severity score and the swift return to work posttreatment. Through this research, we intend to ascertain whether foam sclerotherapy can serve as a costeffective, safe, and satisfactory alternative to traditional treatments
Results: The study predominantly involved males aged between 30 and 60 years. A significant enhancement in patient satisfaction was documented, with notable reductions in ulcer size in 3 out of the 31 patients who initially presented with ulcers. Moreover, the therapy ensured a 100% reduction in reported pain and swelling, with no hospital stays extending beyond one day. Remarkably, 28 out of the 32 patients managed to resume their work within a span of less than 7 days, showcasing no side effects from the treatment.
