2016
DOI: 10.1177/0268355515620944
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Endovenous laser ablation of the great saphenous vein – Varying energy may not affect outcome

Abstract: Objectives To determine great saphenous vein occlusion rate after endovenous laser ablation using the 1470-nm bare-fiber diode laser to supply either 7 W or 15 W and evaluate procedure-related complications. Method Patients with varicose veins of the lower extremities (CEAP class C2-C6) were randomly assigned to undergo either 7-W (18 patients, 30 limbs) or 15-W (18 patients, 30 limbs) endovenous laser ablation. Duplex ultrasound follow-up was at 3-5 days, 1, 6, and 12 months postoperatively. Results Occlusion… Show more

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“…1416 Most clinical literature has focussed on the LEED value as an absolute measurement of treatment efficacy, without taking into consideration the possible variations of power and pullback speed and the resulting variation in thermal damage and therapeutic outcome. 12 , 1719…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…1416 Most clinical literature has focussed on the LEED value as an absolute measurement of treatment efficacy, without taking into consideration the possible variations of power and pullback speed and the resulting variation in thermal damage and therapeutic outcome. 12 , 1719…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…5,6 Of these, EVLA stands out for its favorable results in terms of saphenous closure rates, patient satisfaction, and reduced post-procedure morbidity. 3,8,9 In view of the growing acceptance of EVLA as an alternative method to stripping for treatment of CVI, 10 this study was conducted with the intention of elucidating what influence linear endovenous energy density (LEED) has on the outcome of the procedure at 30 days.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The importance of this subject has prompted many studies to discuss the ideal power settings, energy density, wavelength, and laser fiber types for achieving the final objective of endovenous thermoablation. [5][6][7][8][9] The objectives of this study are to evaluate the influence of different linear endovenous energy densities (LEED) on echographic results at the saphenofemoral junction (SFJ) and their evolution, in terms of patency and presence of reflux, over a 1-year follow-up period after thermoablation of the GSV with a 1470 nm endovenous using 7 W or 15 W power settings; and to determine the clinical progress of patients and their complications.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%