Embolization of Pelvic Veins in Treatment of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Effectiveness of Embolization of Pelvic Veins in Treatment of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Chronic pelvic pain is defined as chronic or persistent pain perceived in structures related to the pelvis of either men or women for more than 6 months according to The International Association for the Study of Pain. In other words, chronic pelvic pain with associated ovarian vein varicosities is termed pelvic congestion syndrome and is an important but under-diagnosed condition

Inclusion Criteria:

• Clinical symptoms of pelvic congestion syndrome documented by Doppler ultrasound
• Failed medical treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Endometriosis.
• Uterine fibroids.
• Previous pelvic operations.
• Urological diseases.