EXPLORING THE EFFICACY OF PERILISIONAL SCLEROTHERAPY WITH SODIUM TETRADECYL SULFATE IN THE TREATMENT OF VENOUS MALFORMATIONS

Abstract

Venous malformations (VMs) are congenital anomalies characterized by abnormal vascular development, leading to dilated and tortuous veins. They can cause significant morbidity due to pain, disfigurement, and functional impairment. Perilisional sclerotherapy with sodium tetradecyl sulfate (STS) has emerged as a promising treatment modality for VMs. This study aims to explore the efficacy of perilisional sclerotherapy with STS in the management of VMs. A retrospective analysis was conducted on a cohort of patients with VMs who underwent sclerotherapy with STS. The clinical outcomes, including reduction in lesion size, alleviation of symptoms, and cosmetic improvement, were evaluated. Furthermore, the potential adverse effects of STS sclerotherapy were assessed. The results demonstrate that perilisional sclerotherapy with STS is effective in reducing the size of VMs and improving symptoms, with a favorable safety profile. This study highlights the importance of STS sclerotherapy as a valuable treatment option for VMs, offering potential benefits to patients suffering from this challenging vascular condition.

Keywords:

Venous malformations, sodium tetradecyl sulfate, treatment efficacy

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