Laser ablation of embryonic veins in children.
Mark BittlesDiana S JodehJennifer L R MayerMichael GallantS Alex RottgersPublished in: Pediatrics international : official journal of the Japan Pediatric Society (2019)
Endovenous laser ablation therapy is a well-tolerated and safe procedure for prophylactic closure of abnormal superficial embryonic veins. This study supports the use of this technique in managing increased thromboembolic risk in this unique patient population and recognizes the need for a long-term study to determine its efficacy.