It refers to pain in the lower abdomen or pelvic area that persists non-periodically for more than six months. The main causes include gynecological diseases such as endometriosis and deep endometriosis, or pelvic congestion syndrome involving dilation of the pelvic veins; a solution can only be found by identifying the true cause through accurate testing.

Typical symptoms include a heavy, protruding pain, severe menstrual cramps unresponsive to painkillers, and dyspareunia (pain during sexual intercourse). If the pain worsens when standing for a long time or if there is a stabbing sensation during urination or defecation, it is highly likely that it is not just simple menstrual cramps.

Endometriosis, where endometrial tissue clumps together; deep endometriosis, where it penetrates deep into organs; and pelvic congestion syndrome, where blood pools due to malfunctioning vascular valves in the pelvis, are the three major diseases that cause chronic pelvic pain.

The most likely cause is the retrograde flow of menstrual blood. It occurs when some menstrual blood flows back through the fallopian tubes into the pelvic cavity, causing endometrial tissue to settle in extrauterine organs such as the ovaries or peritoneum, leading to adhesions and inflammation.

Deep endometriosis, in which lesions have penetrated more than 5mm deep into surrounding organs, is difficult to detect with ultrasound, so it is accurately diagnosed using 'ultra-precision pelvic MRI.' Subsequently, to prevent damage to surrounding organs, the lesion is precisely dissected using Da Vinci robotic surgery, which provides a 3D view, for treatment.

It is a type of 'pelvic varicose veins' where damaged valves in the pelvic veins prevent blood from returning to the heart, causing it to backflow and pool. The abnormally swollen blood vessels compress surrounding nerves, leading to severe chronic pelvic pain that feels like the lower body is falling out.

If the condition does not improve with medication, 'ovarian vein embolization' is the most effective interventional procedure, which involves inserting a thin 1.5mm tube without general anesthesia or incisions to selectively block only the problematic blood vessels. Recovery after the procedure is rapid, making it easy to return to daily life.

Absolutely not. Mint Hospital prioritizes the preservation of the uterus and fertility as its top priority. Even in highly complex cases involving severe adhesions, instead of unconditional excision, we utilize robotic surgery to safely protect normal uterine and ovarian tissues as much as possible.

Endometriosis occurs because lesions stick to the intestines, bladder, and other organs in a sticky, spiderweb-like manner. Thanks to a robotic arm that bends freely like a human wrist and a widened field of view provided by a high-definition screen magnified 10 times, the robotic equipment can perfectly detach only the adhered lesions without damaging fine nerves or normal organs.

Endometriosis, a major cause of chronic pelvic pain, can lead to infertility by blocking the fallopian tubes or impairing ovarian function. However, healthy pregnancy and childbirth are fully possible if you actively receive personalized treatments, such as early diagnosis via MRI and robotic surgery to preserve fertility.

During pregnancy, blood flow in the pelvis increases rapidly, and the enlarged uterus compresses the veins, causing blood vessel valves to easily become damaged. Even after childbirth, the dilated blood vessels fail to contract back to their original positions, causing blood to continue pooling and further exacerbating 'postpartum pelvic pain that feels like the bottom is falling out.'

While pain from uterine diseases typically intensifies in accordance with the menstrual cycle, pain from pelvic congestion syndrome worsens regardless of menstruation, such as when standing for a long time or in the late afternoon. If blood vessels protrude bulgingly in the vulva or groin, you should strongly suspect a vascular problem.

Microscopic adhesions of deep endometriosis or deeply hidden, abnormally dilated pelvic veins are easily missed with standard ultrasound. Ultra-precision pelvic MRI perfectly visualizes lesions, serving as the basis for the most accurate, personalized treatment plan free from misdiagnosis.

The medical staff at Mint Hospital’s Women’s Medical Center holds subspecialties in gynecological oncology and has accumulated extensive clinical experience at Asan Medical Center, Samsung Seoul Hospital, and Kangdong Kyung Hee University Hospital. For over 20 years, they have specialized exclusively in the treatment of uterine and ovarian diseases, and non-surgical procedures such as embolization are performed by interventional radiologists. A close multidisciplinary collaboration system is operated between the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Department of Radiology.

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