https://doi.org/10.4081/vl.2024.12883

Pelvic congestion syndrome: increasing awareness is the key to facilitating proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment

Vol. 13 (2024): Early Access
Submitted: 31 July 2024
Accepted: 12 September 2024
Published: 11 November 2024
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, chronic pelvic pain, venous insufficiency, pelvic varices, transcatheter embolization
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Giulia Maria Piermarini
giuliamaria.piermarini@gmail.com
https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6156-1914
Unit of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome; Unit of Vascular Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS-Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
Ottavia Borghese
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2422-5517
Unit of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Yamume Tshomba
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7304-7553
Unit of Vascular Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome; Unit of Vascular Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS-Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS) represents a complex and frequently misdiagnosed disease that may greatly impact on quality of life of affected patients.

An understanding of its complex nature is crucial for both an accurate diagnosis and effective management.

In the present paper, a comprehensive overview of the clinical presentation, diagnostic strategies, and the latest advancements in the treatment of PCS is provided. Our aim is to raise awareness of treating physicians, improve proper diagnosis, and promote appropriate treatment.

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Piermarini , G. M., Borghese, O., & Tshomba, Y. (2024). Pelvic congestion syndrome: increasing awareness is the key to facilitating proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Veins and Lymphatics, 13. https://doi.org/10.4081/vl.2024.12883
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