If you are looking for a minimally invasive technique in treating various conditions, then interventional radiology should be your choice. This technique is used to diagnose cancer and other conditions without necessarily going for major surgery. In this procedure, the doctor looks inside your body to diagnose the presence of an infection or disorder through the use of imaging tests such as ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT scans), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), X-Rays, and Fluoroscopy. During this process, the doctor then uses small needles and tubes to perform a procedure and diagnose and consequently recommend the right treatment. Dr. Andrew Doe at Alate Health is a highly experienced vascular and interventional radiologist that aims to provide an inventive outpatient service. He uses his experience to treat several diseases such as uterine fibroids, peripheral artery disease, and vein diseases.
What is the purpose of interventional radiology?
Radiologists use interventional radiology techniques to diagnose and treat diseases in a minimally invasive way. The purpose of this procedure is for treating blood clots to prevent them from affecting the lungs, which might cause other problems, control of bleeding, treatment of kidney stones and tumors, problems of the lymphatic system and the blood vessels, for destroying tumors and cancers, and to open and broaden thinned and blocked vessels. This method can also treat children diagnosed with vascular abnormalities, tumors, or other infections that affect the blood vessels. This method, therefore, is used to treat many other conditions without requiring surgery more safely.
What is the importance of interventional radiology?
Interventional radiology is significant since it allows the doctor to directly examine the part that needs treatment and prevent you from getting possible side effects from surgeries or other treatments that lead to further complications. Therefore, this method is an alternative method because of the advantages such as it is minimally invasive, you will feel less pain, promotes quick recovery, and it is cheaper. Additionally, you may not require anesthesia, and you will spend less time in the hospital. There this procedure makes it appropriate because it is quick and has minimal problems and side effects.
How Should I prepare for interventional radiology?
Before going for this procedure, there are several cautions you should take to ensure a successful diagnosis and treatment. You should talk to your doctor and let them know if you have any allergic reactions to medications. Tell the doctor if you are pregnant or have any current medications and medical conditions. You should also not drink or eat anything before the procedure, take medicines with small amounts of water. Arrive at the hospital 30 minutes before the procedure and talk with your doctor before he takes you to the examination room. After the procedure, you cannot drive or carry out any cumbersome tasks until you recover. The radiologist will give you instruction which you should follow keenly. After treatment, and if you experience dizziness, nausea, itchiness, nasal congestion, vomiting, or any other abnormality, contact the doctors for immediate intervention. To assist in quick recovery after this procedure, you should carefully follow the doctor’s instructions, eat and drink while focusing on recovery, don’t miss any post-operative appointments even when you feel better, and practice daily movements. Short walks will prevent possible complications such as blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
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