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While previous studies have explored risk factors for embolization, there is a lack of papers comprehensively summarizing the frequency, anatomical distribution, clinical patterns, and management of CM-related embolization.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n This review aims to provide a comprehensive synthesis of embolic complications associated with CMs, highlighting patterns, management strategies, and gaps in the current literature.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n A systematic review will be conducted in accordance with the PRISMA-P (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols) guidelines. MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, CINAHL, the Cochrane Library, and PubMed will be searched for studies reporting embolic complications in patients with histologically or radiologically confirmed CMs. Eligible study designs include large case series, cohort studies, and registries. Six reviewers will independently perform title and abstract and full-text screening in pairs across 3 screening groups, with disagreements resolved through discussion and senior reviewer adjudication where necessary. Data will be extracted by 3 reviewers, with the extracted data independently verified for accuracy. Discrepancies will be resolved through discussion or third-party adjudication. Risk of bias will be assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute tools.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n The review will summarize reported frequencies and anatomical distribution of embolic events, clinical presentations, associations with tumor characteristics, and management strategies. Title and abstract screening were completed in early April 2026, and full-text screening commenced in late April 2026. Data extraction and synthesis were completed in May 2026. 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