Interventional radiology

Count on the interventional radiology professionals at Montage Health to put you at ease and accurately perform your procedure.

What is interventional radiology?

Interventional radiology (IR) is a specialized type of radiology that helps doctors diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions.

Your doctor will perform an IR procedure using needles or catheters (thin, hollow tubes) and medical images generated from:

• Computed tomography (CT) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
• Ultrasound
• X-ray fluoroscopy

Imaging technology lets your radiologist create images of the inside of your body. These images guide your doctor to perform precise, minimally invasive procedures.

Minimally invasive techniques

IR technology and minimally invasive techniques cause less stress to your body than traditional, or open, surgery. Because your procedure uses smaller incisions, you’ll benefit from less pain, risk of complications, and a shorter recovery time.

IR procedures we offer

Your doctor may recommend an interventional radiology procedure to guide decisions about your care or treat a health problem. Some common IR procedures at Montage Health include:

• Angioplasty and stenting for peripheral vascular disease
• Breast biopsy
• Cardiac catheterization
• Chemoembolization
• Radiofrequency ablation

Radiation safety

You’ll receive the lowest dose of radiation during your procedure. Our radiologists adjust and customize the dose for every patient, using just enough to create a clear, accurate picture. If you have questions about exposure to radiation, talk to your radiologist.