Journal of vascular surgery
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Multicenter Study Clinical Trial
Evaluation of the redesigned conformable GORE TAG thoracic endoprosthesis for traumatic aortic transection.
To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the conformable GORE TAG thoracic endoprosthesis (CTAG) device (W. L. Gore and Associates, Flagstaff, Ariz) for the endovascular repair of traumatic aortic transections. ⋯ The CTAG device was demonstrated to be a safe and effective treatment for traumatic aortic transection based on 30-day outcomes. There were no device-related serious adverse events.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparing endovenous laser ablation, foam sclerotherapy, and conventional surgery for great saphenous varicose veins.
Many case series have been published on treatments of varicose veins, but comparative randomized controlled trials remain sparse. ⋯ After 1-year follow-up, EVLA is as effective as CS and superior to UGFS according to occlusion on ultrasound duplex. Quality of life improves after treatment in all groups significantly.