Questions to Ask About Arterial embolization
By Dr. Isabella Edwards, MD · · Cardiology
Our Cardiology team put together this overview of arterial embolization for patients and families.
About this topic
Topic: arterial embolization. A procedure that blocks the blood supply to a specific area, often a tumor or abnormal tissue, by intentionally obstructing an artery. Small particles made of tiny gelatin sponges or similar material are injected into a catheter, leading to blocakge of the artery or abnormal area of tissue.
This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.