In the past decade, angiographic studies have demonstrated neovessels in or in the
vicinity of affected joints in many musculoskeletal conditions that used to be considered
wear and tear joint disease, such as knee osteoarthritis, frozen shoulder, and overuse
injuries. The novelty of this finding is showing the presence of neovascularity at
an angiographically detectable level, as compared to histologically evident neovessels
that had been discovered years ago. These neovessels have now become the target of
interventions in a growing field called muscoskeletal embolotherapy. An in-depth and
all-encompassing understanding of the vascular anatomy that could specifically assist
performing of these procedures is paramount. Such an understanding will help ensure
success in clinical outcomes and avoid much dreaded complications. This review discusses
the vascular anatomy relevant to the 2 most commonly performed musculoskeletal embolotherapies,
genicular artery embolization and transarterial embolization for frozen shoulder.
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Published online: December 21, 2022
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