Transcatheter arterial embolization for the treatment of splenic artery aneurysms: clinical results in eight cases / 介入放射学杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of transcatheter arterial embolization for the treatment of splenic artery aneurysms (SAAs). Methods Transcatheter splenic arterial embolization with coils was performed in eight cases of SAAs. The patients were followed for 3-36 months. The follow-up examinations with CT or color Doppler ultrasonic angiography were made. Results Technical success was achieved in all eight cases with no severe complications. During the follow-up period, one patient died of severe abdominal bleeding 10 months after the operation and the other seven patients remained in good condition with no occurrence of re-canalization of the lesions. Conclusion Transeatheter arterial embolization is a safe and effective treatment for splenic artery aneurysms. It is necessary to make a regular follow-up imaging study.