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BACKGROUND: Minimally invasive techniques such as endovenous laser therapy,
radiofrequency ablation, and ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy are widely used in the …

OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study is to compare efficacy, early postoperative morbidity and
patient comfort of two laser wavelengths and fibre types in treatment of great saphenous …

Abstract Purpose of Review Chronic venous insufficiency is found to some extent in a large
proportion of the world's population, especially in the elderly and obese. Despite its …

Purpose: To investigate and compare the anatomical success rates and complications of the
treatment modalities for small saphenous vein (SSV) incompetence. Methods: A systematic …

OBJECTIVE: Thermal ablative techniques of varicose veins carry a risk of heat-related
complications, including postoperative pain. Mechanochemical endovenous ablation …

Background Varicose veins are enlarged, visibly lumpy knotted veins, usually in the legs.
Uncomplicated varicose veins can cause major discomfort and some complications. They …

Background Endothermal treatment of the great saphenous vein (GSV) has become the first-
line treatment for superficial venous reflux. Nonthermal ablation has potential benefits for …

OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the feasibility, safety and 1-year results of
mechanochemical endovenous ablation (MOCA™) of small saphenous vein (SSV) …

OBJECTIVE: This clinical trial aimed to evaluate the clinical results of the use of a tulip fibre
versus the use of a bare fibre for endovenous laser ablation. METHODS: In a multicentre …