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Category: Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, also called Pelvic Venous Congestion, is a cause of chronic pelvic pain due to abnormally dilated varicose veins in the pelvis. Varicose pelvic veins develop when the valves in veins are not working correctly, causing blood to pool and pelvic vein distension. In some cases, pelvic venous congestion may also be due to obstructed blood flow from the pelvis. Similar to varicose veins in the legs, dilated or congested veins within the pelvis create pressure in the pelvis, vagina and pelvic floor. Learn More

What is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

September 18, 2020

Pelvic congestion syndrome, also called pelvic venous congestion, falls under a broader range of pelvic venous disorders which are a known, but often unrecognized cause of chronic pelvic pain. Varicose pelvic veins develop when the valves in veins are not working correctly, or occasionally when […]

The Course of Time: Varicose Veins Through the Ages

May 16, 2018

Evolution is a wonderful thing, but varicose veins are one associated aspect that humans could have happily lived without. Unfortunately, the ability to stand and walk on two legs came with unsightly and unhealthy consequences. But if you think vanity associated with the current “selfie […]

What is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

May 26, 2017

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome is a condition where there are varicose veins in the lower abdomen and pelvis. Many women are affected by this condition, but may not know that their pelvic pain, heaviness and pressure are caused by varicose veins. Symptoms Symptoms of Pelvic Congestion […]

What Is An Interventional Radiologist?

July 7, 2015

Interventional Radiology is a medical specialty that uses minimally invasive techniques to treat conditions that once required surgery. Using imaging like X-ray, MRI, and Ultrasound, Interventional Radiologists can guide catheters and other tools to target areas throughout the body. For 40 years Interventional Radiologists have […]

Dr. Carl Black Speaks at International Union of Phlebology 2013

September 23, 2013

Dr. Carl M. Black of IVC spoke this month at XVII World Meeting of the International Union of Phlebology in Boston, MA.

Women, Pregnancy and Leg Pain

November 10, 2011

Many women come into IVC with leg pain that increases in intensity during their menstrual cycle. As an ultrasonographer, when a patient mentions that to me I start to thinking of pelvic congestion syndrome. Some of the symptoms include a heavy or full feeling in […]

What Is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

April 22, 2011

There are many different causes of pelvic pain, but sometimes it is related to the existence of ovarian and pelvic varicose veins. Varicose veins are a result of valves in the veins that don’t work correctly. Valves are designed to help veins return blood to […]

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