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Transcatheter embolization using metallic coil or detachable balloon is one of the common treatment procedure.
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Transarterial embolization of the fistula using a detachable balloon achieved complete occlusion of the fistula.
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The authors' experience using the Debrun detachable balloon catheter system in occluding surgically-created carotid-jugular fistulas is described.
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Both detachable balloon devices and patches were used experimentally in animals and in feasibility studies in humans.
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Detachable balloons were superior to tissue adhesive as an occluding agent.
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The average duration of temporarily effective occlusions was 2.5 weeks when tissue adhesive was used and 19.5 weeks with detachable balloons.