Embolization

A 40-year-old woman with symptomatic uterine fibroids is being evaluated for uterine artery embolization (UAE). Which of the following is an absolute contraindication for UAE?

Which of the following embolic agents is considered a permanent, non-resorbable liquid agent commonly used for high-flow arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) due to its ability to penetrate deeply into the nidus and polymerize in situ?

A 45-year-old male presents with recurrent, severe epistaxis refractory to nasal packing. Endoscopic evaluation reveals a bleeding pseudoaneurysm in the sphenopalatine artery. Which of the following interventional radiology procedures is most appropriate for definitive management?

Pre-operative embolization is commonly performed for highly vascular tumors, such as meningiomas or renal cell carcinomas, primarily to achieve which of the following objectives?

A 60-year-old male undergoes transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) for hepatocellular carcinoma. Post-procedure, he develops severe abdominal pain, fever, and elevated liver enzymes, followed by signs of liver failure. Which of the following is the most serious and potentially life-threatening complication of TACE that could explain this presentation?