Embolization of Glomus Jugulare Tumours

Objective To evaluate the role of embolization of glomus jugulare lumors. Methods 3 patients were examined on the Philips DSA system.Under Seldinger technique,superselective catheterization was performed.Particles of PVA were used as embolic material. Results All of the tumors were disvascularized and the tumor stain disappeared after embolization.The tumors were cut off by surgery within one week. Conclusion Embolization is very useful to reduce bleeding and to restrain the living of the glomus jugulare tu...