Role of Endovenous Laser Ablation versus Radiofrequency Ablation for Primary Varicose Veins

Background: varicose veins, a common problem with effects on quality of life, account for a significant cost burden on the health care system. They are enlarged, tortuous, subcutaneous veins that commonly occur in the legs. Varicose veins are caused by faulty valves and decreased elasticity in the vein walls, which allow blood to backflow and pool. This is known as venous reflux. The affected veins enlarge and appear as green, dark blue or purple protrusions just below the skin’s surface. Objective: in this study we aimed to compare short term outcomes and postoperative short term complications between EVLA and RFA. Patients and Methods: this is an observational prospective study. It was carried out in General Surgery department and Vascular Surgery unit at Ain Shams Hospitals and in Kahraba hospital for Research and Treatment. Results: there was no significant difference between radiofrequency powered segmental ablation and endovenous laser ablation according to demographic data. Conclusion: there was no significant difference between radiofrequency powered segmental ablation and endovenous laser ablation according to demographic data.