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Review
. 2012 Mar:27 Suppl 1:34-9.
doi: 10.1258/phleb.2012.012s21.

Complications of radiofrequency ablation of varicose veins

M A Anwar  1 , T R A Lane, A H Davies, I J Franklin
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Review

Complications of radiofrequency ablation of varicose veins

M A Anwar et al. Phlebology. 2012 Mar.

Abstract

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has become a valued weapon in the phlebologist's armoury. It offers ease of use and reproducibility with good outcomes. However, as with all interventions, complications arise. In this review we examine the complications inherent with RFA and their relative risk, with their avoidance measures if available. Overall, we find that RFA offers a very safe procedure with rare severe complications.

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