If you have pelvic congestion syndrome, also referred to as ovarian vein reflux, it can be extremely painful and make you uncomfortable all of the time. It’s a condition caused by varicose veins that form in the pelvic area. Sometimes the valves that are found in your veins do not work properly. As the blood flows through your body to your heart, these valves are supposed to close. When they become weak or don’t work the right way, the blood goes backward, pools in the vein and causes the vein to swell or bulge.
When varicose veins form in the pelvis, they cause painful pressure that does not go away. If you suffer from this condition, ovarian vein embolization can help you.
Understanding What Ovarian Vein Embolization is All About
Ovarian vein embolization is a relatively simple procedure that is considered minimally invasive. It can target varicose veins in your pelvis to resolve the symptoms that you have been experiencing. During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into your femoral vein. It continues to travel to your leaky ovarian vein causing varicose veins of the pelvis.
Medical imagery is used to precisely place the catheter in the right area so that the affected veins are targeted. Once it has reached the area of concern, special agents are used that cause the blood to clot and seal off the vein that is causing a problem.
Preparing for Your Procedure
For at least a week before your procedure, our doctor will likely recommend that you stop taking vitamin E, aspirin and any other medication that could cause complications. The procedure may take as little as a half hour or a few hours. It all depends on how many varicose veins you have in your pelvic region.
You will resume normal activities immediately; an anti-inflammatory medication will be prescribed to keep you comfortable afterward. After you have healed completely, your varicose veins should be eliminated, relieving the pressure and pain in your pelvis.
The main issue currently is obtaining insurance authorization – the carriers are quite capricious in their policies. It is affordable in the office without insurance coverage.
Talk to Us About Ovarian Vein Embolization Today
If you are experiencing symptoms of pelvic congestion syndrome, talk to the experts at Miami Vein Center in Miami. With the proper diagnosis, our doctor can determine if ovarian vein embolization is a solution for you.
In the past, patients would have to choose open surgery to resolve this problem. Ovarian vein embolization is much easier on your body and highly effective. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment to learn more with our board certified vascular surgeon, Dr. Jose Almeida.