Endovenous laser therapy – application studies and latest investigations
- 18 May 2010
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Biophotonics
- Vol. 3 (5-6), 269-276
- https://doi.org/10.1002/jbio.200900097
Abstract
Endovenous laser therapy (ELT) was introduced in clinical practice as a therapy for incompetent veins about ten years ago. One characteristic of ELT is the broad spectrum of different treatment protocols by means of a variety of laser systems as well as manifold application forms and dosimetry concepts are under investigations. Clinical results with effective, relatively pain-free occlusion of incompetent varicosis veins have been observed, as well as undesired side effects such as ecchymosis, phlebitis and recanalization. In recent years systematic experimental investigations and the analysis of clinical results have increased the understanding of the interrelation between the clinical and physical aspects, followed to a continuous optimization of ELT. The use of IR wavelengths and radial irradiation concepts, together with continuous moving of the optical fiber seem to reduce possible side effects. This way ELT treatment becomes a more standardized effective method for the treatment of varicose veins. In future controlled randomized studies are required to compare optimized ELT treatment with other endoluminal modalities as well as conventional surgery. (© 2010 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)Keywords
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