sclerosing agent


scle·ros·ing a·gent

a compound that acts by irritation of the veinous intimal epithelium; used in the treatment of varicose veins.

scle·ros·ing agent

(sklĕr-osing ājĕnt) Compound that irritates the venous intimal epithelium; used to treat varicose veins.

sclerosing agent

A substance used to cause sclerosis, esp. of the lining of a vein. See: varicose veinSee also: agent