[Selective embolization of the internal iliac artery in life-threatening hemorrhaging prostatic cancer].

The catheter embolization of the a. iliaca interna is a quick, little straining and effective method in order to control bleedings threatening life in the region of the organs of the small pelvis. It is superior to surgical ligature because of the better result and the less straining intervention. With the illustration of a case report the method will be demonstrated again and indications and complications will be discussed.