Interventional Radiology (IR) uses advanced image guidance—such as
X-ray, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT—to diagnose and treat medical
conditions with minimally invasive procedures. These techniques often
reduce recovery time, lower complication risk, and may eliminate the need
for open surgery.
Common IR Procedures
Some of the most commonly provided procedures include:
Angioplasty: Opens narrowed or blocked arteries/veins to restore blood flow
Biopsies: Obtains tissue samples for diagnosis
Dialysis Access Maintenance: Testing and treatments to maintain reliable hemodialysis access
Drainages: Removes abnormal fluid accumulations
Embolization: Blocks blood flow to treat bleeding, tumors, or abnormal vessels
Line Placement: Places long-term venous access devices for chemotherapy, IV fluids, or
blood draws
Sclerotherapy: Treats varicose and spider veins with targeted injections
Thrombectomy: Removes blood clots to restore blood flow and prevent serious complications
Thrombolysis: Dissolves dangerous blood clots
Kyphoplasty: Treats spinal compression fractures with a minimally invasive approach
For additional information concerning exams, procedures, terminology and
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At Good Samaritan, we are your teammates in health and wellness. We are
committed to providing our patients with the best, safest care possible.
When you come in for an imaging test, our staff will guide you through
the entire process, making sure you know everything you can do to prepare
for your test in order to achieve the most accurate results.
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