| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9951308 | European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The 2-year clinical results of radiofrequency obliteration are at least equal to those after high ligation and stripping of the GSV. In the vast majority of RFO patients the GSV remained permanently closed, and underwent progressive shrinkage to eventual sonographic disappearance. Recurrence and neovascularisation rates were similar in the two groups although limited patient numbers prevent reliable statistical analysis. Improved quality of life scores persisted through the 2-year observations in the RFO group compared to the S and L group.
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Authors
F. Lurie, D. Creton, B. Eklof, L.S. Kabnick, R.L. Kistner, O. Pichot, C. Sessa, S. Schuller-Petrovic,