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What is the purpose of blocking a blood vessel?

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What is the purpose of blocking a blood vessel?

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An embolization device is used to block a normal blood vessel where it is carrying blood to abnormal blood vessels to stop the abnormal vessels from receiving any blood supply. This would make them shrink and reduce the risk of them leaking or bursting.