Arteriograms:

Procedure that allows a “roadmap” to be taken of the blood vessels in your abdomen, legs, arms, head and neck. These procedures are done when there is a question of abnormal circulation. These images are used to direct future therapeutic decisions.

Angioplasty:

Minimally invasive procedure to improve blood flow to a particular area. Tiny balloons are used to stretch blood vessels, which are narrowed and diseased. This procedure is used to treat leg pains, hypertension, kidney disease, strokes or circulatory disorders. These procedures are often surgery sparing.

Stents:

A minimally invasive procedure during which metal tubes are used to prop open blood vessels or bile ducts.

Embolization:

Minimally invasive procedure used to decrease blood flow to various organs. This is utilized in instances of abnormal bleeding, such as due to trauma or cancer. Embolization has also been used for treatment of pelvic pain or bleeding related to uterine fibroids.

Venous Access:

Portacaths, PICC Lines, Dialysis Catheters. Using minimally invasive techniques long-term and short-term vascular access catheters are placed in the Interventional Radiology suite. Studies have showed improved success rates using imaging guidance as compared to surgery.

Biopsy:

Fine needle biopsy is a minimally invasive alternative to open surgical biopsy. A small needle is inserted into the area in question to help determine further therapy. The needle biopsy is often less risky and more easily tolerable for a patient.

Fibroid Embolization :

Known medically as uterine artery embolization, this is a new alternative for women. It is a minimally invasive procedure, which means it requires only a tiny nick in the skin. It is performed while the patient is conscious but sedated - drowsy and feeling no pain.