Alex Roberto Ramirez MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Paula Hernandez Mateo MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Juan Pablo Gibbs MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Jose Mendez Montero, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Javier Armijo, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Marco Leyva Vasquez Caicedo MD, MSc, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

To know the importance of hemoptysis as a life-threatening condition, with a variety of underlying causes, that deserves urgent investigation and intervention. To discuss the use of computed tomographic angiography (CTA) in the detection of the site and cause of hemoptysis. To review the relevant anatomy, interventional techniques, success rate, complications and long term results of bronchial artery embolization (BAE) as endovascular treatment of hemoptysis. To present our experience in the endovascular treatment of hemoptysis, along with the results of a 13-years period.

We will review the major features of the diagnostic and endovascular treatment of hemoptysis, with emphasis in our institutional experience, including: Relevant anatomy Causes Role of the Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) and Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) in the diagnosis of hemoptysis with radiological findings Indications for treatment Bronchial artery embolization technique. Outcomes including complications. Short and long term follow-up

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Ramirez, A, Mateo, P, Gibbs, J, Mendez Montero, J, Armijo, J, Leyva Vasquez Caicedo, M, Endovascular Treatment of Hemoptysis, Our Experience Over a 13 year Period.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14004661.html