Randomised single blind patient controlled trial of VNUS closure compared with groin dissection and long saphenous vein (LSV) stripping for recurrent varicose veins

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

ISRCTN

Registry ID

ISRCTN12878702

Enrollment

Registered

2003-09-12

Start date

2002-07-31

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2015-01-13

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Conditions

Cardiovascular: Recurrent varicose veins Circulatory System Recurrent varicose veins

Interventions

VNUS closure compared with groin dissection and long saphenous vein (LSV) stripping for recurrent varicose veins

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Age 18-80

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Not provided at time of registration

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Operative time, visual analogue scales for pain and bruising, costs of procedure, recurrence rates.	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Not provided at time of registration	—

Countries

United Kingdom

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ISRCTN (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026