Migraine aura-like episodes following sclerotherapy for varicose veins of the lower extremities-A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This systematic review provides a summary and evaluation of cases of migraine aura-like episodes elicited by sclerotherapy of veins of the lower extremities and discusses possible underlying mechanisms.

Background

Sclerotherapy is a commonly used treatment for varicose veins. Symptoms resembling migraine aura have been reported during and following sclerotherapy of the lower extremities, suggesting that sclerotherapy may elicit migraine aura.

Methods

We searched PubMed for articles reporting neurological complications that were transient and fully reversible following sclerotherapy treatment for varicose veins in the lower limbs. There were no restrictions regarding article language or publication date. Only original studies and case reports were included. T

SUBMITTER: Bahtiri L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10108023 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature