Advanced Women's Health Care
Find Relief from Chronic Pelvic Pain with Pelvic Congestion Embolization
Patients from Port Arthur, TX are seen at our Port Arthur office. A minimally invasive treatment for pelvic congestion syndrome that reduces pelvic pain and discomfort caused by enlarged pelvic veins.
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Advanced Women's Health Care
Patients from Port Arthur, TX are seen at our Port Arthur office. A minimally invasive treatment for pelvic congestion syndrome that reduces pelvic pain and discomfort caused by enlarged pelvic veins.
Book Your Appointment Today
Patients from Port Arthur, TX are seen at our Port Arthur office located at 3300 Jimmy Johnson Blvd, Suite #130, on-site.
What Is Pelvic Congestion Embolization?
Pelvic congestion syndrome is a condition where enlarged varicose veins in the pelvis cause chronic pain and discomfort. Pelvic congestion embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that blocks blood flow to these problematic veins, reducing pressure and relieving pain. The treatment is performed through a small catheter inserted into a blood vessel, using imaging guidance to reach the affected veins. By redirecting blood flow away from engorged veins, the procedure helps alleviate the dull ache and heaviness many women experience.
What Is Pelvic Congestion Embolization?
Pelvic congestion syndrome is a condition where enlarged varicose veins in the pelvis cause chronic pain and discomfort. Pelvic congestion embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that blocks blood flow to these problematic veins, reducing pressure and relieving pain. The treatment is performed through a small catheter inserted into a blood vessel, using imaging guidance to reach the affected veins. By redirecting blood flow away from engorged veins, the procedure helps alleviate the dull ache and heaviness many women experience.
Who It's For
Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Congestion Embolization?
Pelvic congestion syndrome can cause ongoing discomfort that affects daily life, work, and sleep. Women experiencing persistent pelvic pain that worsens with standing, sitting, or during menstrual cycles may benefit from evaluation and treatment.
Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain
Women dealing with persistent pelvic pain that has no clear cause may be experiencing pelvic congestion syndrome. Embolization targets the enlarged veins responsible for pain and pressure in the pelvic region.
Women Experiencing Pain During Daily Activities
Many women find that pelvic pain worsens after prolonged standing, sitting, or physical activity. This condition can significantly affect work, exercise, and family life.
Women with Associated Urinary or Bowel Symptoms
Pelvic congestion can also contribute to urinary frequency, bloating, and bowel discomfort. Treating the underlying vein condition may help reduce these associated symptoms as well.
Women Looking for Long-Term Relief
For patients whose pelvic pain has persisted despite other treatments, embolization offers a targeted approach. This procedure focuses on addressing the underlying vascular cause to support lasting symptom relief.
Common Symptoms
Pelvic Congestion Embolization for Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain
Chronic pelvic pain can be difficult to diagnose and treat. Many women suffer for months or years before finding effective relief. Pelvic congestion syndrome is often overlooked, but it is a common cause of pelvic pain that responds well to minimally invasive embolization.
Chronic pelvic pain lasting more than 6 monthsPain that worsens with standing or sittingPainful menstrual periodsPain during or after intercourseEnlarged or bulging veins in the pelvic areaBloating or a feeling of heaviness in the pelvisPelvic congestion embolization offers a targeted treatment that addresses the root cause of the pain — enlarged pelvic veins. By blocking these veins with tiny embolic agents, blood is redirected to healthy veins, reducing pressure and relieving the sensation of heaviness and discomfort.
The procedure is performed through a small catheter inserted in the groin or neck, requiring only a tiny incision. Most patients return home the same day and experience gradual improvement in symptoms over the following weeks as the body adjusts.
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