Role of Transarterial Embolization in the Management of Urologic Diseases
Transarterial embolization has been widely utilized in the management of urologic diseases. Acute hemorrhage can be caused by tumor, trauma, and percutaneous procedures and is the most common indication for embolization. In the past, surgical intervention was the standard treatment for urological...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Korean Society of Radiology
2019-07-01
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| Series: | 대한영상의학회지 |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2019.80.4.643 |
| Summary: | Transarterial embolization has been widely utilized in the management of urologic diseases.
Acute hemorrhage can be caused by tumor, trauma, and percutaneous procedures and is the
most common indication for embolization. In the past, surgical intervention was the standard
treatment for urological bleeding. However, it entailed high morbidity and mortality. The demand for less-invasive treatments led to the use of transarterial embolization as an alternative
to surgery. Embolization is a safe and effective treatment option for hemorrhage in various urological organs. Additionally, embolization has been employed to prevent or treat hemorrhage
associated with angiomyolipoma or to treat high-flow priapism. Embolization of the target vessel in a superselective manner and use of appropriate embolic materials are key to a safe and
effective procedure. |
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| ISSN: | 1738-2637 2288-2928 |