Embolización con catéter

Embolization is a procedure to block a blood vessel. It is done to stop severe bleeding. Or it is done to stop blood flow to a part of the body. To do this, a catheter (thin, flexible tube) is put into a blood vessel through a small incision. It is often done by a healthcare provider called an interventional radiologist. This procedure may be done alone, or with surgery or other treatment.