Is empiric embolization indicated in pelvic trauma

Is empiric embolization indicated in pelvic trauma?

In the setting of a pelvic fracture, bleeding may be from numerous sources. Venous bleeding is the most common etiology. Bleeding from the periosteal surface of fractured bones is the next most common etiology, followed by arterial hemorrhage. In the setting of an arteriogram with normal results, arterial embolization is not usually performed.

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