PROCEDURE
Splenic Artery Embolization (SAE)
Procedure:
Splenic Artery Embolization (SAE)
How it’s Performed
A catheter is guided through a small puncture in the wrist or groin to the artery that supplies the spleen. Using X-ray guidance, the doctor blocks part of the blood flow to control bleeding or reduce spleen overactivity, while still preserving spleen function.
Common Uses
- Traumatic splenic injury (bleeding control)
- Hypersplenism (low platelets/white blood cells)
- Preoperative reduction of spleen size
Key Benefits
- Organ-sparing alternative to splenectomy
- Quick stabilization of blood counts
- Avoids major abdominal surgery
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