transarteriaalisen

Transarteriaalisen is a Swedish term that translates to "transarterial" in English. It is a medical adjective used to describe a procedure or approach that involves passing through an artery. This term is most commonly encountered in the context of medical interventions, particularly those involving imaging or treatment delivery within the arterial system.

For example, a transarterial procedure might involve inserting a catheter or guidewire into an artery. This entry point then allows for navigation through the bloodstream to reach a specific location within the body. Once in place, various treatments can be administered, or diagnostic imaging can be performed.

Common applications of transarterial approaches include transarterial embolization, where materials are introduced into an artery to block blood flow to a specific area, often used to treat tumors or arteriovenous malformations. Transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) is another example, combining the delivery of chemotherapy drugs directly to a tumor via its arterial supply with embolization. Angiography, a diagnostic imaging technique, is also frequently performed transarterially to visualize blood vessels. The term emphasizes the route of access and manipulation, highlighting the path taken through the arterial network.