Abnormal uterine bleeding after ovarian vein embolotherapy for pelvic congestion syndrome: Case report and review of literature

Mostafa A. Borahay; Gokhan S. Kilic; Mary C. Haver

doi:10.1016/S2305-0500(13)60049-4

Abnormal uterine bleeding after ovarian vein embolotherapy for pelvic congestion syndrome: Case report and review of literature

Mostafa A. Borahay, Gokhan S. Kilic, Mary C. Haver

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Abstract

Ovarian vein embolotherapy is a relatively new treatment for pelvic congestion syndrome that is claimed to be safe and effective. A 36-year-old woman underwent ovarian (without internal iliac) vein embolotherapy for pelvic congestion syndrome. Her pain was improved following the procedure. Within three months of the procedure, she started experiencing distressing abnormal uterine bleeding. Specifically, she developed profuse bleeding after intercourse. After thorough evaluation and counseling, a total abdominal hysterectomy was eventually performed. The use of ovarian vein embolization for treatment of pelvic congestion syndrome may be associated with abnormal uterine bleeding.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	60-62
Number of pages	3
Journal	Asian Pacific Journal of Reproduction
Volume	1
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/S2305-0500(13)60049-4
State	Published - Mar 1 2012
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Abnormal uterine bleeding
Chronic pelvic pain
Interventional radiology
Ovarian vein embolization
Ovarian vein embolotherapy
Ovary
Pelvic congestion syndrome
Uterus

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Reproductive Medicine
Animal Science and Zoology
General Veterinary
Plant Science
Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Abnormal uterine bleeding after ovarian vein embolotherapy for pelvic congestion syndrome: Case report and review of literature

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