Vein Compression (May-Thurner Syndrome)
Veins can be compressed(squeezed) by the arteries next to them restricting the flow of blood back toward the heart. This is common in the large pelvic veins and is most commonly known as May-Thurners Syndrome, which is the compression of the left common iliac vein between the spine and the artery above it. Vein compression can also happen in the other iliac veins
Symptoms
Leg swelling and pain, frequent blood clots or DVT’s, skin discoloration of the leg and ulcers.
Diagnosis
Your doctor will first do a physical examination and discuss your symptoms. You may then need a venogram with a special ultrasound to identify the problem.
Treatment
Balloon angioplasty and stents.