Ethical Considerations and Adverse Events in Cyanoacrylate Embolization for Non-Saphenous Veins: A Case Report
- Author:
Insoo PARK
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Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Vascular Specialist International 2024;40(1):6-
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: The cyanoacrylate embolization (CAE) technique for chronic venous disease treatment is less painful and leads to a faster recovery than conventional endovenous thermal treatment. According to the instructions for use (IFU) of the VenaSeal closure system (Medtronic), a representative CAE product, it has only been approved for treating saphenous veins, not non-saphenous veins. Here, we report a case of ignoring the VenaSeal IFU for treating testicular pain using CAE for nonsaphenous veins within the abdominal wall, which is a baseless and non-scientific approach nearing malpractice. Hence, it is imperative for physicians to rigorously adhere to the IFU and abstain from experimenting with new treatment methods solely based on personal experience.
