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RFP Gastroenterology International

Volume  8, Issue 2, july-dcec 2023, Pages 12-15
 

Case Report

Angiodysplasia of the Caecum Treated by Embolization with PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol)

Naveen Kumar

Department of Interventional Radiology & Endovascular Surgery, Naruvi Hospitals, Vellore, Tamil Nadu,  India..

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Abstract

ackground: Angiodysplasia of the caecum is a common vascular abnormality that causes  gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in elderly patients. Characterized by abnormal, dilated  blood vessels, angiodysplasia can lead to intermittent or acute haemorrhage. Embolization  with Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) particles is a minimally invasive technique gaining popularity  for managing bleeding from caecal angiodysplasia when endoscopy fails or is not possible. Objective: To evaluate the use of PVA embolization in the treatment of caecal angiodysplasia,  focusing on its effectiveness in controlling gastrointestinal bleeding and its advantages and  risks compared to other treatment options. Results: PVA embolization has shown high success rates in controlling gastrointestinal  bleeding associated with caecal angiodysplasia. The procedure is minimally invasive, with  most patients experiencing significant improvement in symptoms and a reduction in recurrent  bleeding episodes. Conclusion: Embolization with PVA is an effective and minimally invasive treatment for  caecal angiodysplasia, particularly in patients who do not respond to or are not candidates for  endoscopic therapies.


Keywords : Angiodysplasia, Caecum, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Embolization, gastrointestinal bleeding KTop of Form
Corresponding Author : Naveen Kumar