Sclerotherapy for Seroma

developed a seroma to lower back, after 7 weeks of drain, still with varying amount of fluid- 20-40cc daily. sclerosing therapy- is it painful and how successful is this therapy? the alternative of more surgery to fix the seroma is causing a lot of anxiety.

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by jackabelle in Kyle, TX

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Sclerotheray for seroma

You are confusing sclerotherapy for veins with sclerotherapy for cysts, etc. Sclerosants are different for each problem and it depends what the seroma is from - post surgical, lymphatic, based in the spinal canal (hopefully not) and other. Talk to the doctor who is treating this 'seroma'

Seroma treatment: Surgery, Sclerotherapy, or Complete Decongestive Therapy?

If infection is controlled, Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is the least invasive treatment. CDT is the safe, effective use of manual techniques and bandaging to control swelling and edema. If you are highly motivated to learn about these techniques, look for a Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT). The National Lymphadema Network (NLN) and Lymphatic Association of North America are good places to start. These techniques have only been introduced to the United States recently. Although... more

Seroma treatment with sclerosing fluid

The sclerosing involved with treatment of a seroma is not referred to as sclerotherapy, the latter normally referring to the cannulation of a vein with a very tiny needle. This type of treatment is performed rarely for such a complication after liposuction and other surgical treatments. Both treatments to involve injecting a caustic agent that creates inflammation with an end point of damage to the tissue such that the body walls off the opening. Sclerosing of the cavity of a... more

Sclerotherapy is preferred for spider veins

A seroma is a pocket of fluid that sometimes forms post surgical procedure. Sclerotherapy is most effective and preferred for spider veins. Seroma would require a different treatment course.