Performance of Hemochron ACT-LR and ACT+ Test Cuvettes in Monitoring Low to Moderate Heparin Concentrations: An In Vitro Study.

Objectives: According to the manufacturer, the Hemochron ACT-LR cuvette is designated for heparin concentrations of 0 to 2.5 IU/mL, while the optimal concentration range for the ACT+ cartridge is 1 to 6 IU/mL. We hypothesized that at low to moderate heparin concentrations, the ACT-LR is more reliable than the ACT+.

Sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy in patients with venous ulceration: A randomized controlled trial.

Purpose: This trial analyzed the effect of sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy in patients with venous leg ulcer (VLU).

Design: Randomized controlled trial.

Methods: This trial recruited patients with VLUs to receive either sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy and compression therapy (study group) or compression therapy only (control group).

Sub-ulcer Foam Sclerotherapy in Patients with Venous Leg Ulcer, Analysis and Technical Aspects of 134 Consecutive Patients.

Objective: For this retrospective study, we analyzed the sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy technique in patients with venous leg ulcer (VLU).

Methods: This study included 134 patients treated with sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy at the Oulu University Hospital vascular outpatient clinic from January 2012 to December 2021. All included patients received sub-ulcer foam sclerotherapy as part of the treatment strategy for superficial venous insufficiency.

A study protocol for comparing the treatment of varicose tributaries either concomitantly with or separately from endovenous laser ablation of the incompetent saphenous trunk (the FinnTrunk Study). A multicenter parallel-group randomized controlled study.

Background: Opinions on the treatment of varicose tributaries in relation to saphenous ablation in varicose disease vary. Moreover, the possible role of the tributaries regarding the recurrence of varicose disease remains unclear. The aim of the FinnTrunk study is to compare two different treatment strategies for varicose disease in a randomized setting.

Factors associated with delayed venous ulcer healing after endovenous intervention for superficial venous insufficiency.

Objective: This retrospective trial analyzed the effect of predetermined variables on venous ulcer healing after endovenous ablation of insufficient veins.

Methods: A total of 259 patients presenting 273 venous leg ulcers (VLUs) at Oulu University Hospital vascular outpatient clinic between January 2010 and December 2020 were included in the study. In addition to compression therapy, all patients received endovenous ablation (endothermal ablation and/or foam sclerotherapy) to promote venous healing.