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Embolization

Source: Childhood Vascular Tumors (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: March 6, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Types of treatment for childhood vascular tumors / Treatment options

Embolization uses particles, such as tiny gelatin sponges or beads, to block blood vessels in the liver. It may be used to block blood flow to some benign vascular tumors of the liver and kaposiform hemangioendothelioma.

Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice