What is iliac vein compression syndrome?
Iliac vein compression syndrome is caused when the left iliac vein is compressed by the right iliac artery, which increases the risk of a blood clot or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the left extremity.
How do members experience iliac vein compression syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with iliac vein compression syndrome*
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Pain
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for iliac vein compression syndrome*
Who has iliac vein compression syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 9 | |
| 30s | 11 | |
| 40s | 13 | |
| 50s | 11 | |
| 60s | 6 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | |
| Female | 46 |