Retained Laser Fibre Following Endovenous Laser Ablation☆
Introduction
To report the breakage and retention of a laser fibre, following endovenous laser ablation (EVLA).
Case Report
The great saphenous vein (GSV) of a 57 year-old man was treated with EVLA. During withdrawal, a flash of light was seen from a hole that had burned through the introducer sheath. This device was removed and a second sheath and laser fibre inserted to complete the ablation procedure. A follow-up duplex scan identified a residual length of laser fibre within the GSV that was removed by an additional surgical procedure. A change in laser fibre length had not been identified during the initial procedure.
Discussion
This case highlights the importance of routinely inspecting the sheath and fibre following EVLA to ensure that they have been removed intact.
Keywords: Endovenous laser ablation, EVLA, Complication, Varicose veins
☆ The authors have no commercial, proprietary, or financial interest in any product or companies described in this article.
PII: S1533-3167(06)00088-4
doi:10.1016/j.ejvsextra.2006.11.001
© 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Refers to article:
- Retained Laser Fibre Following Endovenous Laser Ablation , 30 December 2006
