Interventional radiology, one of the most complex and patient-care oriented fields in radiology,
is a medical specialty that uses image-guided, minimally invasive diagnostic
and treatment techniques that are often an alternative to surgery.
Interventional radiology has been identified in vascular diagnosis and therapy, specializing in endovascular (non-surgical) interventions such as angioplasty, stent placement, embolization and related procedures. Many non-vascular interventions are performed as well. These include fibroid embolization, angioplasty and stent placement, liver disease/tumors, RF ablation, chemo embolization, and peripheral vascular disease.
Interventional radiologists are highly trained in imaging, radiation safety,
the performance of medical procedures, and patient management, an integral part
of their practice. Interventional radiologists treat diseases nonoperatively,
often using small catheters or other devices and tools guided by radiologic
imaging. Procedures performed by interventional radiologists are generally less
costly and are less traumatic to the patient, involving smaller incisions, less
pain, and shorter hospital stays.
Some advantages of interventional radiology
Risk, pain and recovery time are significantly reduced in many cases.
Many procedures can be performed without an overnight stay in the hospital.
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Interventional radiology, one of the most complex and patient-care oriented fields in radiology,
is a medical specialty that uses image-guided, minimally invasive diagnostic
and treatment techniques that are often an alternative to surgery.
