Phlebology March 2022 PMID 34657519

Adverse neurological events after sodium tetradecyl sulfate foam sclerotherapy - A prospective, observational study of 8056 treatments.

Huw Ob Davies, Mike Watkins, Richard Oliver, Sarah Berhane, Andrew W Bradbury

Mentions

15
Peak: 11 in Nov 2024
across 3 sources since Jan 2022

Extended reach

7,047
potential audience

Total likes

55

Video views

4,005

Mentions per month

Jan 2022 – Nov 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • YouTube6 videos
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Most discussions recognize the study as an important contribution to understanding the safety of foam sclerotherapy, with examples like 'Important study showing safety' and references to large patient numbers emphasizing its significance. The tone is mostly informative and appreciative, reflecting moderate engagement and interest, and the words used indicate an acknowledgment of the study's role in reassuring clinicians and patients alike.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Comments generally acknowledge the study as valuable and confirm its findings without strong disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

Posts express some interest, especially toward the safety aspects, but primarily focus on sharing information rather than deep analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discourse shows moderate engagement, with some posts highlighting the significance of the data and the study's contribution.

ImpactModerate impact

Discussions suggest that the study reinforces existing confidence in foam sclerotherapy, indicating a modest but meaningful impact on perceptions of treatment safety.

Abstract in brief

  • This study involved over 8,000 patients undergoing ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (UGFS) with sodium tetradecyl sulfate (STS) and found that neurological adverse events (AEs), including migraines and visual disturbances, are rare, with only 46 AEs and 5 serious adverse events reported.
  • The research identified that factors like higher foam volume, use of specific gases, and a history of migraines increase the likelihood of neurological AEs, but overall, UGFS with Fibrovein is considered a safe treatment option for varicose veins.
  • The study used advanced statistical models to confirm that migraine occurrence and the total foam volume of STS are significantly linked to the risk of adverse events, emphasizing the importance of monitoring these factors during treatment.

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
exveindoc
@theveindoc · X

Important study showing safety of foam sclerotherapy for treatment of varicose veins. https://t.co/rFVLHkd4yQ contributed over 3500 patients. A tremendous achievement from our nurses who collected the data. https://t.co/bbHsTgwIPP

Jun 20, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,814 followers View post →
International Union of Phlebology
@UIPPhlebology · X

The featured article we want to share today is called "Adverse neurological events after sodium tetradecyl sulfate foam sclerotherapy – A prospective, observational study of 8056 treatments" (By Huw OB Davies Mike Watkins Richard Oliver Sarah Berhane Andrew W Bradbury) Enjoy!

Jan 6, 2022 · 169 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/mDnJcifs6n via @YouTube

Nov 19, 2024 · 13 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/l30WrK8jQo via @YouTube

Nov 15, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/L4jliGa2ux via @YouTube

Nov 18, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/csbKAemyD0 via @YouTube

Nov 16, 2024 · 12 followers View post →

All mentions

Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/mDnJcifs6n via @YouTube

Nov 19, 2024 · 13 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/L4jliGa2ux via @YouTube

Nov 18, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/csbKAemyD0 via @YouTube

Nov 16, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/l30WrK8jQo via @YouTube

Nov 15, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
Dr Haroun Gajraj
@DrHarounGajraj · X

5 Vein Treatment Myths Doctors Believe! How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins... https://t.co/iETHDvW1TW via @YouTube

Nov 14, 2024 · 12 followers View post →
exveindoc
@theveindoc · X

Important study showing safety of foam sclerotherapy for treatment of varicose veins. https://t.co/rFVLHkd4yQ contributed over 3500 patients. A tremendous achievement from our nurses who collected the data. https://t.co/bbHsTgwIPP

Jun 20, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,814 followers View post →
International Union of Phlebology
@UIPPhlebology · X

The featured article we want to share today is called "Adverse neurological events after sodium tetradecyl sulfate foam sclerotherapy – A prospective, observational study of 8056 treatments" (By Huw OB Davies Mike Watkins Richard Oliver Sarah Berhane Andrew W Bradbury) Enjoy!

Jan 6, 2022 · 169 followers View post →