Kansas City, Kan- Sherry Noller suffered from pelvic congestion syndrome, a condition often misdiagnosed or dismissed, causing her severe pain. Despite multiple clean scans, she found relief after consulting Dr. Adam Alli at the University of Kansas Health System. Dr. Alli explained that pelvic congestion syndrome is caused by dilated pelvic veins, similar to varicose veins. Treatment involves inserting coils to block the veins. Dr. Alli and Dr. Axel Thors emphasized the importance of awareness and proper diagnosis, noting that the condition is common in women who have had children. They also discussed ongoing research and the need for continued education among medical professionals.
Sherry Noller, patient
- Sherry Noller's extensive research led her to discover Facebook groups dedicated to pelvic congestion syndrome.
- She shares her frustration with being told she needed a hysterectomy and the lack of a proper diagnosis.
- Sherry describes her research and advocacy efforts, which led her to find Dr. Alli and receive a proper diagnosis.
Dr. Alex Thors, Vascular Surgeon, The University of Kansas Health System
- Dr. Thors shares images and details of a patient's treatment, explaining the use of a steerable sheath and coils.
- He discusses the ongoing research and efforts to educate the medical community about pelvic congestion syndrome.
Dr. Adam Alli, Vascular Interventional Radiologist, The University of Kansas Health System
- Dr. Alli explains the use of coils to pack and thrombose the offending vein, relieving pain.
- He discusses the association between pelvic congestion syndrome and other vein issues, such as varicose veins.
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