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The Roles of Imaging Modalities in Transarterial Embolization for Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Comprehensive Review
摘要
Transarterial embolization (TAE) is a novel treatment option for chronic musculoskeletal pain (MSK pain), particularly beneficial for patients unresponsive to conservative therapies or unsuitable for surgical intervention. This minimally invasive technique, which targets and embolizes aberrant neovascularization, relies heavily on the precise information provided by various imaging modalities to ensure efficacy and safety. While TAE's adoption is on the rise, the application of these imaging modalities throughout the procedure-ranging from plain radiography and ultrasonography to computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging-remains underexplored. Through a comprehensive literature review, we delve into the utilization of these imaging modalities from pre-procedural planning to post-procedural assessment of TAE, highlighting their contribution to the treatment's success. Ultimately, the article aims to equip interventional clinicians with the insights needed to effectively utilize these imaging modalities, thereby enhancing treatment outcomes for patients with chronic MSK pain through a more refined process of TAE.