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As new indications for ECA embolization in the management of conditions like chronic subdural hematoma continue to be identified, it is imperative that interventionalists understand the presence of intricate anastomoses between the extracranial and intracranial arterial systems, which confer significant procedural risks. Failure to account for these connections can result in devastating complications such as stroke, blindness, or cranial nerve injury due to nontarget embolization. This review examines the key anatomical territories of ECA\u2013internal carotid artery anastomoses: the orbital region, petrous-cavernous region, and upper cervical region. These areas, often involving embryological remnants or collateral channels that enlarge in response to pathology, represent potential conduits for inadvertent embolization. We discuss the importance of preprocedural angiography to document anastomosis locations, embolic material selection, special considerations in the context of pathology, and techniques to mitigate risks. 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