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Clinical Applications

Scientific literature provides extensive documentation of embolization procedures using a wide variety of embolic agents in both the neurological and peripheral circulatory systems, including the head, neck, spine, liver, genito-urinary tract, uterus, gastrointestinal system, limbs, and lungs. A representative bibliography of this literature is provided within this website and within the Instructions for Use that accompany the product.

Embosphere® Microspheres and EmboGold™ Microspheres Indications:

1. Embolization of hypervascularized tumors.
2. Embolization of arteriovenous malformations (AVM).

We would like to acknowledge and thank Dr. Bob White and Dr. Jeff Stone for their contributions to the content of this website.

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Controlled, Targeted Embolization

BioSphere Medical's microspheres are precisely calibrated, spherical, hydrophilic, micro-porous beads made of an acrylic co-polymer (trisacryl) which is then cross-linked with gelatin. This proprietary and patented design allows a more complete and targeted occlusion of the blood vessels feeding a hypervascularized tumor or arteriovenous malformation. Furthermore, the hydrophilic surface and spherical shape prevent aggregation within the catheter lumen and in the vasculature, promoting ease and accuracy of delivery. Finally, the elastic properties of the microspheres also allow the temporary deformation of the sphere, which facilitates the passage through small delivery systems.

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Embosheres: Flexible spheres Non Aggregating Uniform occlusion Predictable penetration	PVA: Irregular shape Clumping Non-uniform occlusion More proximal occlusion

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Compressible and Hydrophilic: Elastic shape and hydrophilic surface prevent aggregation within the catheter, simplifying handling and promoting accurate delivery to the target vessel.

Preparation and Administration
One of the major benefits to Embosphere® Microspheres and EmboGold™ Microspheres is the packaging design which allows ease of use. In order to leverage the benefits derived from the packaging, it is important to follow some very simple preparation and administration steps. Please contact your local sales representative to schedule an in-service with one of our clinical specialists.

For details on how to Prepare and Administer EmboGold Microspheres,
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