emboliseerimises

Emboliseerimises, also known as embolization, is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to deliberately block blood vessels. This is typically done to stop or reduce blood flow to a specific area. The procedure involves introducing a small catheter into a blood vessel, usually through a small incision in the groin. Using imaging guidance, the catheter is navigated to the target vessel. Once in place, an embolic agent is injected through the catheter. These agents can vary widely and include tiny coils, microscopic spheres, glue, or even blood clots. The embolic agent then travels to the target vessel and blocks it, preventing blood flow.

The primary applications of emboliseerimises are in treating various medical conditions. It is commonly used to stop bleeding from arteries, such as in cases of trauma, gastrointestinal bleeding, or bleeding from ruptured aneurysms. It is also employed in oncology to block the blood supply to tumors, slowing their growth or shrinking them, often in conjunction with other cancer treatments. Other uses include treating arteriovenous malformations (abnormal connections between arteries and veins), managing fibroids in the uterus, and preventing blood clots from traveling to the lungs in patients with deep vein thrombosis. The procedure is generally performed under local anesthesia and sedation, and recovery is typically quicker than traditional open surgery. Potential risks include bleeding at the catheter insertion site, damage to the blood vessel, and unintended blockage of healthy vessels, though these are minimized with skilled practitioners and advanced imaging.