Efficiency of Endovenous Laser Ablation Using a 1470-nm Diode Laser with Radial Slim Fiber for Treating Varicose Veins

Abstract

We evaluated the efficiency of endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) using a 1470-nm diode laser with radial slim fiber for the treatment of varicose veins, by comparing them with those of EVLA using a 980-nm diode laser. The frequency of postoperative pain and bruising in the 1470-nm laser group was significantly lower than that in the 980-nm laser group. Postoperative subjective and objective symptoms and venous function improved significantly in both groups, and there was no significant difference between the two groups. Ultimately, the outcomes of 1470-nm EVLA using a radial slim fiber were as good as or better than those of 980-nm EVLA.