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Interventional Radiology

Interventional radiology is a medical subspecialty that diagnoses and treats diseases in almost every organ system. It uses minimally invasive image-guided techniques like X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound. This approach ensures patients recover faster and experience minimum pain and complications using tiny incisions and accurate tools.

Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, is a leading interventional radiology hospital. With a team of highly skilled professionals, the hospital has all the facilities to provide individualized care for every patient. With our innovative interventional radiology services, patients can rest assured that they will receive high-quality care.

Conditions Treated

The interventional radiologists at Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, treat the following health issues:

  • Vascular Disorders: Varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, and peripheral artery disease.
  • Cancer Care: Tumour excision, the use of certain drugs and blood clots or blocking blood supply for cancers of the liver and kidneys.
  • Liver and Kidney Conditions: Kidney stones, nephrostomy and obstruction of bile ducts.
  • Women's Health: Postpartum haemorrhage, pelvic congestion syndrome and uterine fibroids are treated.
  • Men's Health Conditions: Treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
  • Spinal Disorders: Spinal stenosis and vertebral compression fracture.
  • Other Conditions: Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, clogged blood vessels, and abscess drainage.

These conditions require both accuracy and efficacy in treatment, which reduces the need for major procedures and allows faster healing.

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Benefits of Interventional Radiology

The following are some benefits of interventional radiology at Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bengaluru:

  • Interventional radiology has fewer complications than traditional surgery.
  • Minimal scarring and reduced pain.
  • Quicker recuperation periods enable the patient to resume his regular activities sooner.
  • The goal of treatment is to preserve healthy tissues while destroying diseased ones.
  • It increases precision in diagnosis as well as treatment outcomes.

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What Procedures Do Interventional Radiologists Perform?

Interventional radiologists at Gleneagles Hospitals have expertise in various minimally invasive treatments, including:

  • Angioplasty and Stenting: A procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood arteries, restoring proper blood flow.
  • Vascular Interventions: Less invasive approaches to enhance blood circulation by treating varicose veins and clogged arteries.
  • Hepatobiliary Interventions: Use precise image-guided techniques to provide focused treatment for liver and bile duct diseases.
  • Gastrointestinal Interventions: Use modern techniques to address digestive system problems, reducing discomfort and recovery time.
  • Gynaecological and Urological Procedures: Provide minimally invasive treatments for kidney, bladder, and reproductive problems.
  • Embolization: Used to halt bleeding or cut off a tumour's blood supply.
  • Tumour Ablation: To treat cardiovascular diseases, microwave ablation (MWA) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) are used to coagulate cancerous tissues.
  • Biopsies: Tissue sampling guided by images to guarantee a precise diagnosis.
  • Central Venous Access: Installing catheters and ports for chemotherapy or dialysis.
  • Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE): A non-surgical method for treating uterine fibroids. The uterus is kept intact.
  • Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty: Used to treat spinal fractures.

These treatments aim to be precise local therapies that cause the least damage to the healthy tissues around them.

 

Preparing for Interventional Radiology Procedures

Detailed instructions are given to the patients, depending on their needs, before an interventional radiology procedure at Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road. These include fasting instructions, adjustment of medication, and information about the procedure to be performed. At each stage, the hospital's care team ensures the patient is prepared and comfortable.

Pre-procedure steps also include conducting imaging tests or investigations that will allow for an evaluation of the patient's condition. This is essential in terms of safety and efficacy.


Post-Procedural Care

Following the treatment, the patients are continuously monitored to ensure a speedy recovery. Following the treatment, the hospital provides complete care, including follow-up consultations, access to rehabilitation services if necessary, and a focus on patient comfort to ensure that any problems are addressed promptly for the best possible recovery.

To highlight Gleneagles Hospitals' dedication to providing complete care, patients are informed about lifestyle modifications and follow-up procedures that may enhance long-term results.

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Why Choose Gleneagles Hospitals?

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For interventional radiology, Gleneagles Hospitals is the ideal choice for the following reasons:

  • Advanced Technology:The hospital has advanced imaging and diagnostic facilities that enable accurate procedures.
  • Experienced Specialists: Specialised interventional radiologists with considerable experience under challenging procedures comprise our team.
  • Patient-Centric Approach: In order to assure comfort and contentment, personalised attention is prioritised.
  • Faster Recovery:It must be noted that less invasive procedures result in quicker healing and, hence, shorter hospital stays.
  • Comprehensive Care: Interdisciplinary groups that work together to provide comprehensive treatment approaches.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the most common procedures in interventional radiology?

    In interventional radiology, angiography is the most often performed procedure. Modern imaging techniques are used to examine blood arteries to detect and treat diseases, including aneurysms, arterial blockages, and vascular anomalies.

  • How long does it take to recover from an interventional radiology procedure?

    Following an interventional radiology treatment, recovery time is not particularly long. Compared to standard procedures, interventional radiology techniques typically have significantly faster recovery times. Depending on the procedure's intricacy and the patient's overall condition, a few hours to several days may be needed for recuperation.

  • Does interventional radiology cause pain?

    Interventional radiology is often painless since these procedures are less invasive. Surgery is carried out under local anaesthesia that aims at blocking the sensation in the affected region. Most of the time, the pain is relatively low-grade. Injury to the skin is rather rare, though mild to severe skin inflammation may occur from time to time.

  • What difficulties does interventional radiology pose?

    Challenges of interventional radiology include complicated processes, restricted geographical access, reliance on specialised instruments, specialised training and precise imaging required for treatments to work.

  • What interventional radiology services are offered at Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bangalore?

    Gleneagles Hospital, Richmond Road, a Fortis Network Hospital, offers advanced interventional radiology services including image-guided biopsies, vascular interventions, tumor treatments, abscess drainages, embolization procedures, and minimally invasive therapeutic treatments.

  • Who should consult Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bangalore for image-guided minimally invasive procedures?

    Patients requiring minimally invasive diagnosis or treatment for tumors, vascular diseases, organ disorders, chronic pain, or fluid collections should consult our interventional radiology specialists.

  • How does Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bangalore perform treatments using imaging techniques like CT, MRI, and ultrasound?

    Procedures are performed using real-time imaging guidance such as CT scans, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy to ensure high precision and minimal impact on surrounding tissues.

  • What conditions can be treated with interventional radiology?

    Conditions treated include liver and kidney tumors, uterine fibroids, blocked blood vessels, varicose veins, abscesses, bile duct obstructions, kidney disorders, and chronic pain conditions.

     

  • Does Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bangalore provide vascular interventions, biopsies, and drainages?

    Yes, we offer angioplasty, stenting, image-guided biopsies, catheter-based drainages, thrombolysis, and embolization procedures.

  • What pre-procedure evaluations and tests are required?

    Pre-procedure evaluation includes blood tests, imaging studies, medical history review, allergy assessment, kidney function tests, and overall fitness evaluation.

     

  • What are the risks and recovery expectations after interventional radiology procedures?

    Risks are minimal and may include mild pain, bleeding, or infection. Most patients recover quickly and can resume normal activities within a short period.

  • Are pediatric and adult interventional radiology services available?

    Yes, specialised interventional radiology services are available for both children and adults with age-appropriate care protocols.

     

  • Why choose Gleneagles Hospitals, Richmond Road, Bangalore for advanced interventional radiology care in Bangalore?

    With experienced interventional radiologists, advanced imaging technology, minimally invasive expertise, strong safety protocols, and Fortis Network standards, we provide safe, reliable, and patient-focused radiology-guided care.

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