Servier – Phlebolymphology

Dear Readers,

In this new issue of Phlebolymphology, which is dedicated to the treatment of superficial venous insufficiency with the techniques used in current daily practice, you will find the articles as below:

“Overview of the advances in thermal ablation techniques. Where do we stand?” Current guidelines have recognized thermal ablation with laser or radiofrequency as the treatment of choice for lower-limb varicose veins. D. KONTOTHANASSIS (Italy) discusses the evolution of all thermal ablation techniques currently used, along with their indications, mechanisms of action, and outcomes.

“Outcomes of different approaches for the treatment of large-diameter incompetent great saphenous veins.” C. S. KARATHANOS and A. D. GIANNOUKAS (Greece) discuss the effectiveness of currently used techniques for the treatment of lower-limb varicose veins when the greater saphenous vein is dilated.

“Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of endothermal heat-induced thrombosis (EHIT).” S. R. PANDEY (Nepal) discusses the mechanisms of the diagnostic approach and the treatment options for endothermal heat-induced thrombosis, which may occur at the saphenofemoral junction as a complication of the endothermal treatment of an incompetent greater saphenous vein.

“Overview on foam sclerotherapy in the treatment of varicose veins.” Foam sclerotherapy is a nontumescent, nonthermal treatment option for lower-limb varicose veins that is very popular and widely used in clinical practice. T. URBANEK (Poland) discusses the indications, technique, potential complications, and outcomes of foam sclerotherapy.


Enjoy reading this issue!

Co-Editor of the issue
Athanasios D. Giannoukas