title: Endovenous radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of varicose veins.
abstract: Varicose veins are a common condition that can be treated surgically. Available operative modalities include saphenous venous ligation and stripping, phlebectomy, endovenous laser therapy and radiofrequency ablation. Radiofrequency ablation is the newest of these technologies, and to our knowledge our group was the first to use it in Canada. Our experience suggests that it is a safe and effective treatment for varicose veins, with high levels of patient satisfaction reported at short-term follow-up. More studies are needed to assess long-term effectiveness and compare the various available treatment options for varicose veins.
authors: The Division of Vascular Surgery, Trillium Health Partners, University of Toronto, Mississauga, Ont.
authors: Ahmed
authors: A
authors: Kayssi
authors: The Division of Vascular Surgery, Trillium Health Partners, University of Toronto, Mississauga, Ont.
authors: Marc
authors: M
authors: Pope
authors: The Division of Vascular Surgery, Trillium Health Partners, University of Toronto, Mississauga, Ont.
authors: Ivica
authors: I
authors: Vucemilo
authors: The Division of Vascular Surgery, Trillium Health Partners, University of Toronto, Mississauga, Ont.
authors: Christiane
authors: C
authors: Werneck
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D017115:Catheter Ablation / Q000379:methods*; D057510:Endovascular Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D014648:Varicose Veins / Q000601:surgery*