[en] Objective: To evaluate the effect of bronchial artery embolization for treatment of massive hemoptysis. Methods: Between 2003 and 2009, 136 patients (87 men and 49 women, mean 49.6 years) who presented with massive hemoptysis of 500 to 1000 mL in 24 hours underwent bronchial artery or intercostal artery embolization. The main causes of hemoptysis were tuberculosis (28), bronchiectasis (102), and lung cancer (6). Embolization was performed with particles of gelfoam, PVA and /or coil. Results: Of 136 patients, hemoptysis was controlled in 129 patients after one treatment. Seven patients required repeat embolization. The effective rate was 100% with no serious complication. Conclusion: Bronchial or intercostal artery embolization is an effective and safe treatment for massive hemoptysis. (authors)