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  • Interventional Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Vascular Medicine

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  • Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a critical medical emergency.
  • Endoscopic therapy is the primary treatment, achieving hemostasis in over 90% of cases.
  • Uncontrolled bleeding or hemodynamic instability necessitates alternative interventions.

Observation:

  • Transcatheter embolization via interventional radiology (IVR) is a viable alternative when endoscopy fails.
  • Advancements in IVR devices and embolization agents enhance treatment safety and accessibility.
  • This study reports successful IVR interventions for GI bleeding.

Findings:

  • Interventional radiology (IVR) provides a safe and accessible treatment pathway for GI bleeding.
  • IVR serves as a crucial second-line strategy following failed endoscopic hemostasis.
  • Successful case reports demonstrate the efficacy of IVR in managing complex GI bleeding.

Implications:

  • IVR expands therapeutic options for patients with refractory GI bleeding.
  • Early consideration of IVR can improve outcomes in hemodynamically unstable patients.
  • Further research into IVR techniques can optimize management of GI hemorrhage.