embolization

Embolization is a medical procedure used to block blood flow to specific areas of the body, often to treat abnormal blood vessels or tumors. A doctor inserts a thin tube called a catheter into a blood vessel and guides it to the target area. Tiny particles or substances are then released through the catheter to clog the blood vessels supplying that area. This helps reduce bleeding, shrink tumors, or treat conditions like aneurysms. The procedure is minimally invasive, performed under imaging guidance, and aims to improve health outcomes by precisely controlling blood flow.