Interventional radiology: Expert care when you need minimally-invasive treatment

Interventional radiology (IR) is the use of medical imaging techniques, by specialized doctors, to guide diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremities in both adults and children. IR procedures usually involve guiding a needle into the body through a small incision. Interventional radiologists then use medical imaging, such as ultrasound or CT, to guide a wire and catheter through the needle into that area to determine what needs to be done. Compared to traditional options, IR procedures often result in less pain and quicker recoveries.