Options For Diagnosing And Treating Telangiectasia

Embolization

Telangiectasia on organs can burst and cause extensive bleeding. In this sort of situation, embolization may be an ideal way of closing off a supply of blood to a vein within the body. It works by putting a synthetic material in the blood vessel to halt the flow of blood. Without blood getting through to the telangiectasia site, the spider veins cannot continue to leak blood. Though it is quite effective, patients should keep in mind embolization is a slightly lengthy medical procedure. They may not be able to eat or drink anything before the process, and may also require anesthesia. When it is time to begin the treatment, the doctor will insert a catheter into the vein and guide it to the desired site. They will then insert the embolic agent to halt blood flow. Afterward, all catheters are removed, and the site of the catheter entrance will be covered with a dressing. Patients will need to stay in the hospital for several hours afterward.