Brain tumor embolization: How to prepare and what to expect - 04/2019

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Brain tumor embolization: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout explains embolization for a brain tumor. Embolization is a procedure that blocks or reduces blood flow to cancer cells. The handout includes how to prepare for the procedure at Harborview Medical Center, what to expect during the procedure, and self-care at home afterward.

Author

Harborview Medical Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2016

Revision Date

04/2019

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General Subject

Therapeutic Procedures

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Self-care

Brain Tumors

Preoperative Teaching

Languages

English

Record ID

4514