The second most effective is tetracycline. Sotradecol has also been used successfully as a sclerosing agent. While its biggest use has been for varicose veins, it has been used in other body parts, palate included. Eric Mair, M.D., at Walter Reed reports successful use of Sotradecol for the injection snoreplasty. Complications did not occur.
Early results are favorable.
Multiple injections may be required. Data regarding pain and snoring will be collected. The data will be pooled and reported by means and standard deviations. The data sheets will be collected. A copy will be maintained in a secure fashion in a file cabinet in Dr. Davidson's office and a copy will be maintained in the patient s medical record at the appropriate treatment site.