OVERVIEW

Varicose Veins: Treating Varicose Veins - Liquid Sclerotherapy, Sclerotherapy With Foam, Microphlebectomy - Another Option (SCLE2012-04) is organized by American Vein and Lymphatic Society (AVLS).

Course Opens: 06/18/2012
Course Expires: 03/25/2021

Target Audience:
The content of this activity is designed to meet the needs of the following target audience: phlebologists, general surgeons, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, interventional cardiologists, vascular medicine practitioners, dermatologists, dermatologic surgeons, family practice and internal medicine practitioners, plastic surgeons, obstetricians and gynecologists, cardiologists, and any other healthcare professional currently or planning on treating patients with venous disease.

Accreditation:
0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
0.50 Attendance

Course Overview:
This activity will provide an overview of varicose veins including treatment using liquid sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy, and microphlebectomy. The intent of this activity is to improve the learners' competency and performance through this overview of treatment options for varicose veins.

Learning Objectives:
• Treat veins using recommended techniques.
• Identify features that suggest advantages for specific techniques to eliminate varicose veins.
• Discuss how to safely use foamed detergent solutions.

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