Interventional Radiology
What is Interventional Radiology?
Interventional Radiology (sometimes abbreviated as IR) is a sub-specialty of radiology in which minimally invasive procedures are performed using X-ray fluoroscopy (live action or real-time x-ray imaging).
Some procedures are done for diagnosis, while others are done for treatment purposes. In all interventional radiology procedures, x-ray fluoroscopy is used to guide needles and catheters to the area of interest.
What should I expect before and during an exam?
What are the different types of exams?
