💉 What is it?
A minimally invasive procedure where doctors block certain arteries using tiny particles, coils, or glue — to stop dangerous bleeding or shrink tumors without major surgery.
🌟 Where It’s Used
- 🚑 Emergency bleeding – trauma, GI bleeding, postpartum hemorrhage, post surgery bleed
- 🎯 Tumor treatment – uterine fibroids, liver tumors, kidney & bone tumors
- 🔗 Vascular issues – AVMs, some aneurysms
🛠️ How It Works
1️ A tiny catheter is inserted (groin or wrist)
2️ Imaging guides the doctor to the target artery
3️ Embolic agents are released to block blood flow
4️ Recovery is fast — often same day or next!
✅ Why It’s Amazing
- 🔪 No big surgery cuts
- ⏱️ Quick recovery
- 🛡️ Organ-sparing & precise
- 🚨 Life-saving in emergencies
⚠️ Things to Know
- Temporary pain, fever, or nausea (common)
- Rare risks: non-target blockage, infection, tissue damage
💡 Summary
Arterial Embolization is safe, precise, and life-saving — offering hope in emergencies and a modern way to treat certain tumors without the risks of big surgery.
