Presentation patterns in women with pelvic venous disorders differ based on age of presentation

Abstract

PeVD presents as a spectrum of signs and symptoms, with pelvic and leg symptoms being inversely related according to age. The prevalence of PeVD is lowest in patients in their twenties with differences in presentation observed with increasing age. Venous stenting progressively increases with each decile of age whereas the prevalence of OVE is similar regardless of age. There is overall improvement in symptoms post intervention, although women in their 20 s do not respond as well to intervention as women in other age groups. Future investigations will focus on determining which pelvic venous lesion is the predominant factor that needs correction to achieve maximal pain reduction.