Gelfoam torpedo

There are few case reports on ovarian artery embolization with good clinical outcomes [11]. Embolization of ovarian arteries can be proximal with the use of Gelfoam torpedo, or they can be distal after selective catheterization of the ovarian artery distal to the tubo-ovarian artery using a microcatheter (Fig. 10.5.3). Although we always discuss the possibility of this variant pathway with patients, our policy is not to embolize the ovarian artery before discussing the problem with the patient in a second clinical visit. 

Gelfoam Level of occlusion depends on size and preparation (torpedoes, pledgets, slurry, powder)... 

The preferred embolic agent is a material that is resorbable. The one most widely used is Gelfoam. Gelfoam can be cut into different sizes depending on the target vessel diameter. The Gelfoam can also be cut in torpedo and inserted into a 1-ml syringe. 

Gelfoam - may be constituted as pledgets, torpedoes, or slurry. Do not use Gelfoam powder... 

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