Bronchial Artery Embolization or BAE is an invasive procedure that uses imaging to guide treatment for serious or repeated bleeding in the lungs. This kind of bleeding often comes from coughing up blood, known as hemoptysis. During BAE a thin tube, called a catheter is gently guided into the arteries. In place special materials are used to block the blood vessels that are causing the bleeding. This method helps stop the bleeding without requiring surgery. It can be useful for patients who have conditions like bronchiectasis, lung infections or other causes that lead to recurring bleeding from the lungs.

Prof. Dr. Zaheer Sherazi offers care in Interventional Radiology for patients who need evaluation and treatment, for pulmonary bleeding. He uses imaging tools and precise catheter techniques to carry out the procedure. His approach focuses on finding the source of the bleeding and choosing the best treatment plan. Each patient is carefully assessed to determine the cause of the hemoptysis and to decide if Bronchial Artery Embolization is the treatment option.