Gonadal Vein Embolization (Varicocele or Ovarian Vein Embolization), Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

PREOP EVALUATION

• Clinic Visit
• If not done by referring, will need ultrasound (varicocele), MRI, or CT (Ovarian Vein embolization and pelvic congestion syndrome)

TIMING / BED REST AFTER PROCEDURE

• 1 hour

ANTICOAGULATION/ANTIPLATELETS

• Anti-platelet and anti-coagulant medications:  Do not stop

LOCATION OF THE PROCEDURE

• Cath lab

PREOPERATIVE ORDERS

• IV with NS (Normal Saline) 75ml/hr
• CBC, Chem limited, PT/INR

FOLLOW UP

• Call 1-2 days after procedure
• Clinic visit 1-2 weeks

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