genicular artery embolization

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Indications

embolization of specific genicular arteries with small particles to reduce blood flow to the articular network of the knee
- an intravascular catheter is introduced through a femoral artery via a 4-Fr sheath
- embolization is performed using imipenem/cilastatin
target genicular arteries are determined using digital subtraction angiography in correlation with patient pain points
procedure can be performed quickly with minimal recovery time
relief of knee pain is temporary but lasts several months or longer^[1]
relief of knee pain may last a year or longer^[2]

↑ ^1.0 ^1.1 ^1.2 ^1.3 AMA Morning Rounds, Dec 4, 2023 American Medical Association
Thompson D Artery Procedure May Offer Surgery-Free Way to Ease Knee Arthritis. HealthDay. Dec 3, 2023 https://www.healthday.com/health-news/pain-management/artery-procedure-may-offer-surgery-free-way-to-ease-knee-arthritis
Susman E Minimally Invasive Procedure May Reduce Symptoms of Knee Osteoarthritis. Genicular artery embolization could help put off the need for knee replacement surgery. MedPage Today December 4, 2024 https://www.medpagetoday.com/meetingcoverage/rsna/113211
↑ ^2.0 ^2.1 Murphy H Interventional procedure offers patients a year or more of pain relief from osteoarthritis. HealthDay. Aug 12, 2025 https://healthimaging.com/topics/medical-imaging/interventional-radiology/interventional-procedure-offers-patients-year-or-more-pain-relief-osteoarthritis
Taslakian B, Mabud T, Attur M et al A Prospective Single-Arm Trial of Genicular Artery Embolization for Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: Clinical and Biomarker Outcomes. J Vasc Interv Radiol. 2025 Aug 12:S1051-0443(25)00529-9. PMID: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4081253