Efficacy and Safety Study of Polidocanol Injectable Foam for the Treatment of Saphenofemoral Junction (SFJ) Incompetence

Summary

Varicose veins are enlarged, noticeably bulging veins, which commonly occur in the legs and may cause discomfort. In this study, patients with varicose veins in the legs will be participating. The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of three different concentrations of an investigational drug, polidocanol injectable foam compared to vehicle (inactive solution) in treating the symptoms and appearance of varicose veins.

Timeline

Start

2010-12

Primary completion

2011-12

Completion

2012-11

Publications

• King JT, O'Byrne M, Vasquez M, Wright D; VANISH-1 Investigator Group. Treatment of Truncal Incompetence and Varicose Veins with a Single Administration of a New Polidocanol Endovenous Microfoam Preparation Improves Symptoms and Appearance. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2015 Dec;50(6):784-93. doi: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2015.06.111. Epub 2015 Sep 16.

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