Medical articles of Pelvic congestion syndrome

17/01/2024
Dr Aidan Shaw
Interventional Radiologist
Pelvic vein embolisation: the procedure explained
Pelvic vein embolisation is a medical procedure to treat pelvic congestion syndrome by blocking abnormal veins using a catheter to alleviate symptoms like pain and discomfort. Renowned consultant interventional radiologist Dr Aidan Shaw discusses the procedure, including how it is performed and what risks are involved.
23/08/2023
Dr Omar Abu-Bakr
Consultant Venous Surgeon and Phlebologist, Consultant General Surgeon
Pelvic congestion syndrome: Symptoms and treatment
In his second article of a two-part series on pelvic congestion syndrome, Dr Omar Abu-Bakr talks about what aggravates pelvic congestion syndrome and its symptoms, how its treated and how individuals can manage their symptoms at home.
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15/08/2023
Dr Omar Abu-Bakr
Consultant Venous Surgeon and Phlebologist, Consultant General Surgeon
An introduction to pelvic congestion syndrome
In his latest online article, Dr Omar Abu-Bakr gives us his insights into pelvic congestion syndrome. He talks about what it is, if it’s a chronic condition or if it will go away and if it is overlooked when considering pelvic pain.
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11/10/2018
Professor Mark Whiteley
Vascular Surgeon
Pelvic congestion syndrome: Don’t suffer in silence
In this informative article, celebrated vascular surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley expertly explains the most common causes of pelvic congestion syndrome and details how it can be treated.
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06/04/2018
Written by Top Doctors
What is pelvic congestion syndrome?
We've all heard of varicose veins in the legs but did you know that over 40 per cent of women can also experience them in the pelvis. Top Doctors discusses the signs of pelvic congestion syndrome.
06/03/2017
Written by Top Doctors
Pelvic congestion syndrome: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Pelvic congestion syndrome (also known as pelvic vein incompetence) is a chronic medical condition in women caused by varicose veins in the lower abdomen after pregnancy.