scan unable doctors to identify the angle and positioning of the relevant veins and arteries they also examine the blood flow for signs of renal compression and these images reveal the presence and severity of any varicose veins in the pelvic area. used in certain cases of nutcracker syndrome surgery is an option. it's generally performed by a radiologist the patient is put under local anaesthetic. the surgeon dilates the renal vein and inserts a stent which keeps the vessel open. this kind of intervention isn't suitable for everyone. about sending body like the treatment is suitable for patients who meet certain criteria chronic lower abdominal pain a compressed renal nerve and a back flow of blood identified on an m.r.i. it's finding the success rate is high patients are generally relieved of their