The Removal of Post-sclerotherapy Pigmentation following Sclerotherapy Alone or in Combination with Crossectomy

Abstract

IPL + RF therapy is effective for eliminating permanent skin hyperpigmentation after sclerotherapy. US is also useful in this therapeutic method.

Ultrasonography of Skin Changes in Legs with Chronic Venous Disease

“…In turn, modern Duplex ultrasound devices allow excellent morphological evaluation of both the CL and SCL, by using the same probes dedicated to routine vascular investigations. 7,8…”

Change in perception of sclerotherapy results after exposure to pre–post intervention photographs

“…23 Our findings indicate that patient satisfaction increased even among those presenting a hyperpigmentation complication. 24 Following up individuals for a long period may lead to a better understanding of patient-related outcomes, since the recurrence of varicose veins and adverse effects may appear after several months. During this period, the photographic documentation of patient evolution is essential in assessing skin changes.…”

Complications and Failure of Endovenous Laser Ablation and Radiofrequency Ablation Procedures in Patients With Lower Extremity Varicose Veins in a 5-Year Follow-Up

“…6,26,33 Our recent study of skin hyperpigmentation following sclerotherapy showed that IPL reduced or even resolved hyperpigmented lesions. 34,35 Based on that, we used IPL in 4 patients after endovenous thermal ablation with success. However, it is difficult to recommend the method based on such scant experience.…”