Role of percutaneous sclerotherapy in venous malformations of the trunk and extremities: A clinical experience

Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of Direct Percutaneous Ethanol (DPE) / Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate (STS) foam instillation in venous malformation of the trunk and extremities, and its side effects. Materials and methods: Fifteen patients with a diagnosis of venous malformation in the trunk wall and extremities were treated with DPE / STS foam instillation. Sclerotherapy results were analysed with Ultrasound Doppler and MRI. Statistical Analysis: The study sample was described using mean and standard deviation (SD). The mean MRI and ultrasound values before and after the intervention were compared using the paired-t-test. Results: There is significant agreement between pre-injection volume and post-injection volume on ultrasound Doppler and MRI, as well as significant differences between the pre- and post-injection pain score. Conclusion: Injection sclerotherapy for venous malformations of trunk and extremities is a safe and effective treatment option