Wednesday, May 2, 2018

3nd ultrasound guided sclerotherapy procedure

Left Calf Venous Malformation Sclerotherapy / Drug Injection

Sterile technique, general anesthesia.
Ultrasound and fluoroscopy quidance was used.
3 x 22g spinal needles, 3% Aethoxysklerol foam. total 14 ml
Good distribution on U/S. Patent deep veins.
Well tolerated. No immediate complications.

Post procedure orders.
NPO till fully awake.
Bed rest for 2 hrs.
Raise leg if significant swelling. Do not apply adhesive dressing.
VS Q30m for 2 h + check site for bleeding and swelling.
D/C home in 2 h when stable.
F/U in the clinic in 4 weeks.

Flouro Time: 01:24
DAP: 0.14
Blood loss: less then 5 ml

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