Introduction
Ovarian vein insufficiency (ovarian varices) is a condition that occurs with the abnormal enlargement of the veins around the uterus and ovaries. This enlargement is usually seen in the pelvic region, similar to varicose veins, but may not be visible externally. Ovarian varices are commonly observed in women who have had multiple pregnancies and are usually diagnosed with color Doppler ultrasonography or computed tomography.
While these varices do not cause any symptoms in some individuals, they can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as pain, burning sensation, and a feeling of fullness in the lower abdomen in others. These symptoms indicate that ovarian varices can lead to pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS).
What is Ovarian Vein Insufficiency (Ovarian Varices)?
Ovarian varices are characterized by the enlargement of the veins around the uterus. Varices are enlarged and dysfunctional veins. Similar to varicose veins in the legs, ovarian varices occur with the enlargement of the vessels in the pelvic region, but this enlargement is usually not observable externally.