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Multicentre Randomised Controlled Trial of Compression Therapy Following Endothermal Ablation (COMETA)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Class II Compression Stockings (no specific device used) for Varicose Veins. Completed, enrolled 204 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study will be looking at the effect of compression therapy in patients having endovenous treatment for truncal incompetence of their varicose veins using either radiofrequency ablation (RFA) or endovenous laser therapy (EVLT). Patients will be randomised to either the compression group (group A) or the no compression group (group B). The pain scores, compliance, quality of life scores, occlusion rate at 6 months as well as the cost effectiveness of each intervention will be assessed.
Study Details
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Interventions
This study will be looking at the effect of compression therapy in patients having endothermal treatment for truncal incompetence of their varicose veins