Abstract:

Objective   To evaluate the efficacy and method of multipoint hoop treatment the internal jugular phlebectasia (IJP) in children. Methods   A retrospective analysis was performed in 15 cases of internal jugular vein phlebectasia patients from August 2005 to October 2010. Surgical intervention confirmed the jugular veins involved 1 case on the left side,12 cases on the right side and 2 cases bilateral. According to the length of the vein, there were 4 to 6 silk threads to go around the vein and each line was about 1 cm apart. Before the ligation, a 1 centimeter silicon tube bracket was placed around the internal jugular vein to keep it open and prevent it from over-dilatation. Results   All of the children were discharged with healing, and were followed up for 10 months to 5 years without recurrence. Conclusion   Multipoint hoop of phlebectasia might be a simple and comfortable procedure for jugular vein phlebectasia. It can maintain the normal flow inside the vessel, especially in bilateral cases.

Key words: Child； Internal jugular vein； Vascular disease; Operation