Department of Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiology at Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad
Gleneagles Hospital’s Department of Interventional Radiology is a sub-centre of the Radiology Department. For the diagnosis and treatment of several medical disorders, we use minimally invasive and image-guided procedures. Ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and X-ray fluoroscopy are just a few of the treatments that our hospital's highly skilled and experienced interventional radiologists in Hyderabad perform. Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad, is undoubtedly the best interventional radiology hospital in Hyderabad.
Types of Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiology methods are classified into two types: diagnostic and therapeutic treatments.
- Diagnostic Procedures: Anatomical images are used in diagnostic procedures to accurately target anomalies for biopsy, such as those found in cancerous tumours, or to introduce a radiopaque substance to visualise hollow structures, like blood vessels or canals. Among the diagnostic interventional radiology techniques are angiography, cholangiography, and various types of biopsies.
- Therapeutic Procedures: Therapeutic techniques, such as stents, laser therapy, or clotting agents, precisely target treatments for specific problems. Some of the therapeutic interventional radiology techniques include balloon angioplasty, embolization, thrombolysis, IVC filters, endovenous laser therapy, catheter insertion, and percutaneous nephrostomy.
A subspecialty of radiology is called Interventional Radiology or IR. Interventional Radiology is the study and practice of using medical imaging to direct minimally invasive procedures for the diagnosis, management, and treatment of various diseases. Fluoroscopy, MRI, CT, and ultrasound are a few of the imaging techniques used in the procedure. Cancer and other illnesses can be detected and treated with Interventional Radiology (IR) without the need for extensive surgery. The medical professionals who specialise in image-guided, targeted interventions are known as interventional radiologists.
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Consultant Radiologist
Procedure performed at Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad
The procedures used in interventional radiology encompass a wide variety. Depending on the medical problem and the region being treated, different techniques and instruments are employed during each surgery.
- Angiography - This involves X-ray imaging of the arteries and veins to identify abnormalities such as vascular constriction or blockage.
- Angioplasty - A small catheter with a balloon tip is inserted into a blood vessel. The balloon is then inflated to clear a blockage within the vessel.
- Gastrostomy tubes - If an individual is unable to swallow food by mouth, a feeding tube is inserted into the stomach by the doctor.
- Embolization - To block blood flow through a blood vessel, a substance is inserted through a catheter by the doctor. This can help control bleeding.
- Intravascular ultrasound - The doctor utilises ultrasonography to view inside a blood vessel for diagnostic purposes.
- Stent placement: At the location of the obstruction, the doctor inserts a thin mesh coil (stent) inside a blood artery. To remove the obstruction, they extend the stent.
- Needle biopsy: To conduct a tissue biopsy, the medical professional inserts a tiny needle into practically any area of the body while being guided by imaging techniques. This kind of biopsy can provide a diagnosis without requiring surgery.
- Cancer treatment: The oncologist administers the cancer medication directly to the tumour.
- IVC filters: The medical professional inserts a tiny filter into the IVC (inferior vena cava) to stop blood clots that may go to the lungs.
- Catheter insertions: To provide chemotherapy medications, nourishment, or hemodialysis, the clinician inserts a tube (catheter) into a sizable vein. A catheter may also be inserted before a bone marrow transplant.
Why choose Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad?
At Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad, one of the best Interventional Radiology hospitals, we have a group of committed interventional radiologists with a wealth of expertise in this field. With the support of a multidisciplinary team of medical specialists, our interventional radiologist in Hyderabad has successfully conducted a variety of minimally invasive best radiology treatments over the period of many years. Our best vascular and interventional physicians use innovative and cutting-edge technologies to carry out a range of interventional radiology treatments in order to provide superior, personalised care for patients.
- What benefits might Interventional Radiology techniques offer?
Most Interventional Radiology procedures involve a very small incision and are considered minimally invasive. These operations are similarly effective, less uncomfortable, require less hospital time, and yield better results compared to more conventional open surgeries. They also facilitate a quicker recovery.
- After my Interventional Radiology treatment, how soon may I leave?
After an interventional radiology treatment involving an artery or vein, the patient will typically need at least six hours to recover. However, for certain interventional radiology procedures, patients might be required to spend the night in the hospital before being discharged. Patients are informed about their expected recovery time before their scheduled session.
- What should I do if I need to reschedule an appointment?
If a patient needs to reschedule an appointment, they can do so by contacting our customer care line, depending on the doctor's availability.
- Is the medical care provided at Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi-Ka-Pul, Hyderabad, reasonably priced?
Even though we offer the best quality services on par with worldwide standards, our costs are considerably lower than those of other countries.
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