Transcatheter Embolization of the Spleen for Control of Splenic Hemorrhage andIn SituSplenectomy: An Experimental Study Using Silicone Spheres

Abstract

Silicone spheres were used for the transcatheter arterial embolization of dogs. This material successfully stopped splenic hemorrhage in the lacerated organ and also reduced spleen size. Use of silicone emboli to produce in situ splenectomy was not associated with morbidity or mortality in dogs. The value of using these methods in treating the high-surgical-risk patient was discussed.