Pelvic Varicose Veins Treatment
Gentle, minimally invasive treatment options for chronic pelvic pain caused by pelvic varicose veins.
Treatment options for Pelvic Varicose Veins
Medications
Medications may help in some cases, including pain relief and hormonal treatments to reduce symptoms. These do not fix the underlying vein problem.
Pelvic vein embolisation
Pelvic vein embolisation is a minimally invasive procedure performed under X-ray guidance. A small tube, called a catheter, is inserted into the faulty vein. The abnormal veins are confirmed and then sealed using coils, medical glue or a sclerosant (an irritant injected into the faulty veins).
Blood is redirected into healthy veins.
Benefits and Recovery
Pelvic vein embolisation is a minimally invasive treatment designed to support a quick recovery with specialist follow up.
Procedure benefits
- No surgery
- Performed under local anaesthetic
- Usually a day-stay procedure
- Quick recovery
After embolisation
- Mild pelvic discomfort or cramping for 3-4 weeks
- Most people return to normal activities within a few days
- Improvement in symptoms may take a few months
Follow-up care
A follow-up ultrasound scan to confirm treatment success and guide any further care needed.
Ask About TreatmentBook a Pelvic Varicose Veins Consultation
Talk to our team about whether pelvic vein embolisation may be appropriate for you. Referrals are welcome but not always required.
Phone: 0800 4 Pulse (0800 4 78573)
Email: info@pulsehealth.nz
Office Address: 1/39 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro 6011, Wellington