Abstract
Intractable bleeding from unresectable malignant tumors of the pelvis is potentially life-threatening and impairs the quality of life as it is difficult to control with conservative medical management. We treated ten patients with selective arterial embolization. Embolization was effective in 60% of the cases. Repeated procedures were required in 40% for long-term control. No serious complications were seen. Arterial embolization is a safe and useful treatment for intractable bleeding from unresectable malignant tumors of the pelvis.
