Embolization is a medical procedure that blocks a blood vessel using physical barriers, chemicals, or medications to treat various conditions. An interventional radiologist uses medical imaging to guide the catheter to the precise area requiring embolization. It is used to manage growths, aneurysms, and bleeding. The patient is usually sedated, and the procedure is performed in a hospital setting. Specific preparation guidance may be required for different embolization procedures.
Embolization is a medical procedure designed to block a blood vessel, making it impossible for blood to flow through that vessel. This procedure is used to treat different types of medical conditions, and there are a number of techniques that can be used in embolization, depending on the patient, the situation, and the preference of the physician performing the procedure. This procedure is classically performed under the supervision of an interventional radiologist in a hospital setting and can be performed on an inpatient or outpatient basis.
In embolization procedures, something is pushed into a blood vessel to cut off blood flow. This can be a physical barrier, such as a small coil, a viscous chemical, or an inflatable balloon. Embolization can also be done with the use of various medications and medications. For the procedure to work, the barrier must be precisely positioned to effectively block the vessel and so that it is in the correct vessel.
Site visualization is critical, which is why the services of an interventional radiologist are used. This medical professional uses medical imaging machines and contrast agents to create an image of what is happening inside the body so that the catheter can be guided to the precise area requiring embolization and, when the procedure is finished, medical imaging is used to confirm it was done correctly.
This technique is sometimes used to manage growths such as tumors and fibroids, by cutting off the blood supply so the growth can’t keep growing. It is also used to treat aneurysms, a dangerous weakening of blood vessel walls that can rupture, causing internal bleeding. Some types of bleeding can also be treated with the use of embolization to stop blood flow to the area.
For this minimally invasive procedure, the patient is usually sedated so that they do not move, disrupting the position of the catheter. The patient will usually need to wear a hospital gown for easy access, and monitors will be used to confirm that the patient’s blood pressure and heart rate remain stable during the procedure. This procedure is performed in a hospital setting so that, in the event of a complication, the patient has quick access to medical care.
When this procedure is recommended, the patient may wish to ask for specific preparation guidance, as different embolization procedures may require additional preparation steps. They may also ask about alternatives and the likelihood of the procedure being successful.
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