Record Status This is a bibliographic record of a published health technology assessment from a member of INAHTA. No evaluation of the quality of this assessment has been made for the HTA database. Citation Institute of Health Economics. Endovenous ablation interventions for symptomatic varicose veins of the legs. Edmonton: Institute of Health Economics (IHE). Health Technology Assessments / Systematic Reviews. 2014 Authors' conclusions Varicose veins are a relatively common disease that can cause significant discomfort, impairment, and reduced quality of life. Of the options currently available in Alberta for the treatment of varicose veins associated with venous reflux, only one, conventional open surgery and stripping, is currently covered by the provincial government. Two promising treatment options, EVLA and RFA, are provided in Alberta in seven private clinics in five major urban centres. The portion of demand that is currently met under the current provision and the changes that might be needed to adequately meet the demand are unknown. INAHTA brief and checklist Indexing Status Subject indexing assigned by CRD MeSH Humans; Portal Vein; Saphenous Vein; Varicose Veins Language Published English Country of organisation Canada English summary An English language summary is available. Address for correspondence Institute of Health Economics (IHE), #1200, 10405 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N4, Canada Email: info@ihe.ca AccessionNumber 32015000783 Date abstract record published 17/06/2015 |