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Semin intervent Radiol 2006; 23(2): 126-142
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-941443
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-941443
Complications of Embolization
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Publication Date:
16 May 2006 (online)
ABSTRACT
Embolization is a remarkably versatile procedure used in nearly all vascular and nonvascular systems to treat a wide range of pathology. The published literature is rich with studies demonstrating the enormous therapeutic potential offered by embolization procedures, and the possibilities continue to expand with the advent of new embolization agents and techniques. Unfortunately, with this variety and innovation comes a wide spectrum of potential complications, not always easy to classify and summarize, associated with embolization. This article reviews the procedures and associated complications of arterial and venous embolization procedures, organized by vascular distribution.
KEYWORDS
Embolization - complications
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José I BilbaoM.D.
Department of Radiology, Clínica Universitaria de Navarra, Universidad de Navarra
Avenida de Pio XII 36, 31008 Pamplona, Spain