Evaluating the effectiveness of a procedure for pelvic congestion syndrome

Effectiveness of Endovascular Plug Embolization in Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Observational Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital · NCT06553014

This study is testing if a procedure called endovascular plug embolization can help women with pelvic congestion syndrome feel better by reducing their chronic pelvic pain.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment44 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexFemale
SponsorKanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Istanbul)
Trial IDNCT06553014 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study examines the effectiveness of endovascular plug embolization in patients diagnosed with pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS), a condition characterized by chronic pelvic pain and dilated pelvic veins. Conducted at Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, the study retrospectively analyzes data from 32 female patients who underwent this procedure between January 2023 and March 2024. Inclusion criteria focus on patients aged 18 and older with persistent abdominopelvic pain and specific ultrasound findings, while various gynecological and medical conditions serve as exclusion criteria.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18 and older with chronic pelvic pain lasting more than six months and evidence of dilated pelvic veins.

Not a fit: Patients with certain gynecological conditions, previous surgeries, or other specified medical issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this procedure could significantly alleviate chronic pelvic pain for patients suffering from pelvic congestion syndrome.

How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using endovascular procedures for pelvic congestion syndrome is not widely established, similar studies have shown promising results in managing chronic pelvic pain.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
exclusion criteria: -Gynecologically, patients with leiomyoma, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis , postoperative adhesion,

* Patients who have undergone urological and gynecological surgery,
* Patients with chronic renal failure,
* Patients with known allergies to the drugs used during the procedure ,
* Patients with abdominopelvic trauma, malignancy or its history,
* Patients with a history of radiotherapy chemotherapy,
* Patients with known psychiatric disease,
* Pregnant women,
* Breastfeeding women,
* Patients with fibromyalgia ,
* Known lumbar disc herniation, scoliosis, facet syndrome, sacroiliac dysfunction, and patients with genitourinary and gastrointestinal diseases were excluded from the study.

Where this trial is running

Istanbul

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Pain, ChronicPelvic Congestion Syndrome, Pain,chronic pelvic pain
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.