1. Generation of foam for sclerotherapy. A
Generation of foam for sclerotherapy. A. Detergent solutions, luer-to-luer adapter and two syringes are required to create foam. B. Vigorous agitation between two syringes results in a frothy material for injection. The ratio is typically four parts air to one part sclerosing solution. Reduced total dose of sclerosing solution with decreased total volume of liquid sclerosant results in increased safety. C. Foam seen placed on a glass slide.
Source: Chapter 249. Treatment for Varicose and Telangiectatic Leg Veins, Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine, 8e
Citation: Goldsmith LA, Katz SI, Gilchrest BA, Paller AS, Leffell DJ, Wolff K. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine, 8e; 2012 Available at: Accessed: January 02, 2018
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