Is embolization of the pancreas safe?
Selective TAE with NBCA in the pancreas caused localized ischemic necrosis without clinically significant pancreatitis; therefore, this procedure is tolerable in swine.
Given the relatively low clinical risk and evident symptoms and signs from salicylate overdose, routine testing may not be required for fully conscious asymptomatic patients who deny taking it. The risks of delayed toxicity and lack of initial symptoms in those ingesting paracetamol suggests that continued routine testing is necessary.