Is having a Hysterectomy the only way to cure pelvic congestion syndrome?
Or are there other treatments?
Answers from doctors (4)
Answered by Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS, RVT, RPVI, RPhS
No it is not. Coiling of ovarian veins is at least another method which is minimally invasive.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis
You should be evaluated and treated by a board certified interventional Radioligist who specializes in treating PCS. Often the treatment is stenting.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Answered by Miller Vein
No. The least invasive treatment would be to have an interventional radiologist. close down the abnormal veins causing the problem.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee
Hysterectomy usually is not the answer to a problem with the pelvic veins. Pelvic congestion syndrome often persists in spite of hysterectomy because the uterus in not the casue of pelvic congestion.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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