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Synovial hyperemia, angiogenesis, and capillary fragility are also described in patients with persistent pain following total knee arthroplasty and patients with inflammatory arthritides, suggesting a mechanistic role for embolization in these patients. Advances in angiographic technique, embolic materials, and anatomic understanding have expanded the clinical application of GAE beyond OA, enabling super selective treatment of abnormal genicular branches while preserving joint perfusion. Early clinical experiences and observational studies support the feasibility and safety of embolization across a range of nonosteoarthritic knee disorders, though the evidence remains fragmented. 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