Transcatheter foam sclerotherapy (TCFS) occludes the gonadal vein via introduction of sodium tetradecyl sulfate foam, which causes local inflammation. The viscosity of this foam allows for precise ...

The procedure is called sclerotherapy and has been around since the 19 30s, it should be performed by a dermatologist or a surgeon. A salt solution is injected into the affected veins, the ...

Read about the successful launch of a nurse-led service treating varicose veins and venous leg ulcers, a first for London.

Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins near the surface of the skin. They're most common in the legs and ankles. They usually aren't serious. Sclerotherapy uses an injection of a special chemical ...

Varicose veins are not only a cosmetic issue but can also cause thromboses, pulmonary embolisms and ulcers. For those impacted, there are generally two options: Open surgery or minimally invasive ...