Interventions of the Pelvic Vessels

Pelvic anatomy, and pelvic pathology differs significantly between men and women. Knowledge of pelvic vascular anatomy, and its variations, is crucial for successful pelvic vascular interventions, and to reduce possible complications. Few common pelvic pathologies in females, where interventional radiology has significant role in their management include uterine fibroid, adenomyosis, uterine arteriovenous malformation, post-partum hemorrhage, abnormal placentation, and pelvic congestion syndrome. And in males, common indications include benign prostatic hyperplasia, varicocele, high flow priapism, and erectile dysfunction. In our review, we have briefly described some of the common pelvic interventions that include uterine artery embolization, prostatic artery embolization, varicocele embolization, embolization of pelvic varicosities, and penile angiographic interventions.