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Embolization therapy

Source: Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: April 10, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment Option Overview / The following types of treatment are used:

Embolization therapy is a treatment to block the artery leading to the adrenal gland. Blocking the flow of blood to the adrenal glands helps kill cancer cells growing there.

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