Application of a new triple sequential embolization method in treatment of hepatic hemangioma

Background: The treatment of hepatic hemangiomas by current methods has limitations such as various complications, so more effective methods are needed. Objective: The objective of the present investigation was to explore the effect of sequential application of new triple microsphere method on super selective embolization of capillary and small arteries of the patients with hepatic hemangioma. Materials and methods: A novel triple sequential embolization material was prepared. Totally, 68 patients with hepatic hemangioma were divided into triple sequential embolization method group and iodipin embolization group. The demographics, clinical characteristics, diagnosis, surgery, complications and treatment outcomes were analyzed. Results: The treatment effects of the new triple sequential embolization methods were significantly better than that of the single application of iodipin embolization, of which there were 8 cases with markedly effective treatment effects, 26 cases with valid effects and 6 cases without valid effects. The sizes of tumors were examined in reexamination by CT. Furthermore, the numbers and types of side effects in the triple sequential embolization method group were less than those in the iodipin embolization group. Conclusion: A novel triple sequential embolization material was prepared successfully. Treatment of interventional embolization with the material consisting of microspheres and iodipin in hepatic hemangioma is economic, safe, effective and minimally invasive, and surgical operation can be avoided after interventional embolization treatment in most patients with hepatic hemangioma.