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The biological effects of tumor embolization are complex. Effects can be classified as local which are a direct consequence of ischemia in the target organ and systemic due to the release of chemical mediators by the target organ and the embolic agent/chemotherapy. The biological effects will depend on many interrelated factors including the target tissue, the goal of the embolization, and the choice of the embolic agent and technique used.
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Cressman, E. (2010). Biologic Effects of Tumor Embolization. In: Kessel, D., Ray, C. (eds) Transcatheter Embolization and Therapy. Techniques in Interventional Radiology. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84800-897-7_18
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