Is it safe to get non-foam sclerotherapy if I have a PFO?

August 10, 2015
Asked By:88Ivories in Lowell, MI

I had a TERRIBLE reaction while still on the table after ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy. Had a brief seizure and what appeared to be a TIA or embolism this June. Still having issues with my right leg I went to a different doctor who said she thinks it was the air that caused problems so this time it will just be the solution. I have always been pretty fearless about procedures in the past, but I don't know if I can keep calm for the next treatment. If not, what would be safer?

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