Background: Varicose veins are a common vascular disorder, often causing cosmetic concerns and decreased quality of life. Radiofrequency ablation has emerged as an effective intervention for primary varicose veins, addressing both medical and cosmetic aspects. This study aimed to evaluate the cosmetic effect of radio frequency ablation of primary varicose veins including quality of life. Methods: This prospective interventional study was conducted on 40 patients diagnosed with primary varicose veins. Radiofrequency ablation was performed, and patients were assessed using various parameters, including CEAP classification, visual analog pain scale, and quality of life measures. Follow-up visits were conducted at regular intervals. Results: The study included individuals with a mean age of 33.13 ± 5.5, comprising 35% males and 65% females. Intraoperative and post-procedure Pain scores (VAS) exhibited highly significant differences. The mean hospital stay was 14.00 ± 7.00 hours, the return to normal activity took 4.27 ± 1.31 days, and the return to work required 7.10 ± 1.83 days. Significant differences were observed between Preoperative and Post procedure in terms of the QoL parameter. Strong significant correlations between QoL parameter and age, CEAP, VDS, and VAS were evident in univariate and multivariate correlation regression analyses. Conclusions: Radiofrequency technologies are proven, efficacious and safe treatments for truncal venous reflux. Side-effect profiles are significantly better than for open surgery and, at early time points, than for some endovenous laser therapies. RF treatments have typically short post-procedural recovery times facilitating early return to work and normal activity |
