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Interventional Radiology Treatments

Image-guided, minimally invasive solutions for tumors and cysts

Minimally Invasive Tumor & Cyst Treatments

At [Clinic Name] in [Location], our board-certified interventional radiologists specialize in precise, image-guided treatments that avoid major surgery. These advanced procedures use tiny incisions (often just needle punctures), specialized instruments, and real-time imaging to target tumors and cysts with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissue.

Key Advantages

  • •Smaller incisions (often just needle punctures)
  • •Shorter hospital stays or outpatient procedures
  • •Faster recovery times (typically 1-3 days)
  • •Reduced risk compared to traditional surgery

Imaging Guidance

  • •Real-time ultrasound monitoring
  • •High-resolution CT scanning
  • •Fluoroscopic visualization
  • •MRI guidance for select cases
Interventional radiologist performing a minimally invasive tumor treatment

Our Specialized IR Treatments

Meningioma Treatments

Preoperative Embolization

Our [Location] team performs this procedure 1-2 days before surgery to reduce tumor blood supply and minimize bleeding during resection, improving surgical outcomes.

Procedure Details:
  • •Femoral artery access under local anesthesia
  • •Microcatheter navigation to tumor vessels
  • •Embolic agents (particles/coils) injected
  • •Procedure time: 1-2 hours

Radiofrequency Ablation

Alternative for small, surgically inaccessible meningiomas or recurrent tumors, available at our [Location] facility.

Procedure Details:
  • •CT or MRI guidance for probe placement
  • •Local anesthesia with sedation
  • •Heat application to destroy tumor cells
  • •Procedure time: 1-3 hours

Angiofibroma Treatments

Preoperative Embolization

Our interventional radiologists typically perform this the same day as surgery to significantly reduce intraoperative bleeding.

Procedure Details:
  • •Selective catheterization of feeding vessels
  • •Particle embolization most common
  • •Can reduce blood loss by 50-70%
  • •Procedure time: 1-2 hours

Palliative Embolization

For unresectable tumors to control recurrent nosebleeds (epistaxis), providing significant symptom relief.

Procedure Details:
  • •May use liquid embolics for more distal occlusion
  • •Can provide months of symptom relief
  • •Repeatable if symptoms recur
  • •Outpatient procedure in most cases

Cyst Treatments

Aspiration

  • •Simple fluid drainage
  • •Ultrasound or CT guided
  • •For symptomatic relief
  • •Minimal recovery time

Sclerotherapy

  • •Alcohol or other sclerosing agents
  • •Reduces recurrence rates by 70-90%
  • •For recurrent cysts
  • •Outpatient procedure

Thermal Ablation

  • •RFA or microwave energy
  • •For complex or solid components
  • •Minimal surrounding damage
  • •Local anesthesia option

Endometriotic Cyst Treatments

Aspiration & Sclerotherapy

For symptomatic endometriomas not responding to medical therapy, offering significant pain relief.

Procedure Details:
  • •Transvaginal or transabdominal approach
  • •95% ethanol most common sclerosant
  • •Contact time 10-20 minutes
  • •70-80% success rate

Uterine Artery Embolization

For associated pelvic pain and heavy bleeding, providing long-term symptom relief.

Procedure Details:
  • •Bilateral uterine artery occlusion
  • •Small particle embolics
  • •May reduce cyst size by 50-70%
  • •Preserves fertility in many cases

Benefits & Considerations

Advantages of IR Treatments

  • Minimally Invasive

    Small incisions (often just needle punctures) reduce tissue damage and scarring compared to open surgery

  • Faster Recovery

    Most patients resume normal activities within 1-2 days compared to weeks with traditional surgery

  • Precision Targeting

    Real-time imaging allows millimeter-level accuracy, minimizing damage to healthy tissue

  • Lower Cost

    Typically 30-50% less expensive than surgical alternatives with shorter hospital stays

Potential Risks

  • Infection

    Small risk at puncture site (1-2%), lower than surgical infection rates

  • Bleeding

    Minimal risk of significant bleeding (less than 1% for most procedures)

  • Incomplete Treatment

    May require additional sessions for complete resolution (5-15% of cases)

  • Allergic Reaction

    Rare reaction to contrast media (less than 0.5% with modern agents)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I'm a candidate for IR treatments?

The best way to determine if you're a candidate is through consultation with our interventional radiologists. We review your medical history, imaging studies, and treatment goals to recommend the most appropriate approach. Generally, candidates have small to medium sized lesions that are accessible via imaging guidance.

Are these procedures covered by insurance?

Most interventional radiology procedures for tumor and cyst treatment are covered by insurance when medically necessary. Our [Location] office staff can help verify your benefits and obtain prior authorization when required. Some palliative procedures may have different coverage criteria.

How soon can I return to work after treatment?

Recovery times vary by procedure, but most patients can return to desk work within 1-2 days. More physically demanding jobs may require 3-5 days of recovery. Our team provides personalized recommendations based on your specific treatment and occupation.

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