Venous compression syndromes have been described, yet the role of sex is poorly understood. Although iliac vein compression has been discussed more often with the advent of newer technologies, research has fallen short on defining epidemiology, best practices for evaluation and treatment, and differences in responses to treatment between men and females. The authors report on iliac vein compression, nonthrombotic renal vein compression, and other venous compression syndromes in females.
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