Brain AVM / AV Fistula Embolization

Overview
A catheter-based technique that delivers embolic agents (Liquid Embolics like
Onyx/glue, coils, or particles) to shut down the abnormal vessel connections.

What It Is
Chemotherapy-laden particles are injected into liver tumor vessels to both deliver a
potent dose locally and starve the tumor of blood.

Benefits

• Prevents rupture or bleeding
• Improves symptoms like seizures or pain
• Minimally invasive

Who It’s For

Patients diagnosed with brain or body AVMs/AVFs, often discovered due to
symptoms or on imaging.

Effectiveness

Can be curative or used before surgery/radiation for safer outcomes.