Preoperative Angioembolization of Pediatric Solid Tumors: Does It Facilitate the Surgeon's Task?
Z Lamprinou1, E Kanna1, A Tsanis2
1Second Pediatric Surgery Department, Panagiotis & Aglaia Kyriakou Children's Hospital, Athens, Greece.
Maedica
|December 17, 2025
Summary
Angioembolization is a promising technique for pediatric oncology, potentially reducing blood loss and improving outcomes in children with solid tumors. Further research is needed to establish its role in this patient population.
Area of Science:
- Interventional Radiology
- Pediatric Oncology
- Vascular Interventions
Background:
- Angioembolization is established in trauma care for adults and children.
- Its use in pediatric oncology is under-documented, lacking sufficient clinical data.
- Preoperative arterial embolization of tumors may reduce surgical blood loss and enhance resectability.
