Renal artery embolization (RAE) is becoming increasingly recognized as a beneficial adjunct in the treatment of numerous renal diseases. In this Review, the authors discuss the advantages and disadvantages of RAE in the management of conditions such as renal traumatisms, tumours, angiomyolipomas and aneurysms. The technical approaches are compared, and the benefits and complications associated with RAE are discussed.
- Arnaud Muller
- Olivier Rouvière