The role of compression therapy after endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) - review.

Pol Przegl Chir

2 Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Angiology and Phlebology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, University Hospital of Lord's Transfiguration, Poznan, Poland.

Published: November 2023

AI Article Synopsis

  • Chronic venous disease (CVD) is increasingly prevalent in western countries, with endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) emerging as a favored treatment for C2 stage varicosity due to its advantages such as reduced operation time and recovery.
  • Compression therapy, typically using stockings, is commonly applied post-EVLA but lacks strong guidelines for duration and effectiveness after the procedure.
  • Recent studies suggest that while compression therapy can alleviate postoperative pain, its prolonged use beyond 1-2 weeks may offer no significant benefits, indicating the need for further research on its impact in different treatment settings.

Article Abstract

<b><br>Introduction:</b> Chronic venous disease (CVD) is a rising problem in western countries. There are several stages of CVD that can be treated with different ways. One of the methods of treating varicosity, C2 stage of CVD, is still developing endovenous laser ablation (EVLA). This method is popular due to its short operation time, less bleeding, quick recovery and no surgical scars. The compression therapy in form of compression stockings has been widely used as a conservative treatment of early stage CVD and it's also used after EVLA. However there are no strong recommendations towards using compression therapy after this kind of surgery.</br> <b><br>Aim and Method:</b> This paper is aimed to review existing knowledge about compression therapy benefits and its recommended time period after EVLA. Search engines used in review: Pubmed and Cochrane.</br> <b><br>Results:</b> Studies focusing on the compression therapy after EVLA of varicose veins have questioned the prolonged use of compression therapy as it brings no additional benefits and might be difficult for patients to adhere. The existing studies recommended the time period no greater than 1-2 weeks. There are no significant changes in reoccurrence rate and return to normal activities between compression and non-compression group. It is proven that compression therapy significantly reduces the postoperative pain and consumption of analgesics.</br> <b><br>Discussion:</b> Compression therapy seems as a safe option for low pain management. There is a need for further research involving the impact of the compression therapy after EVLA, especially in group of low energy delivered settings as the results of treatment are promising.</br>.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0053.9855DOI Listing

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