Abstract
A case of fatal pulmonary embolism following compression sclerotherapy treatment of varicose veins is reported. This is the first death following this form of treatment recorded.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Bandages / adverse effects*
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Female
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Humans
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Pulmonary Embolism / etiology*
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Pulmonary Embolism / mortality
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Sclerosing Solutions / adverse effects*
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Sclerosing Solutions / therapeutic use
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Thrombophlebitis / etiology
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Varicose Veins / therapy*