Interventional Radiology Services

Minimally Invasive Procedures in LA County at USC Arcadia Hospital

Interventional Radiology: 626-898-8547

What is Interventional Radiology?

Interventional radiology (IR) is a sub-specialty of radiology that utilizes minimally-invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat conditions in nearly every organ system. An IR procedure is performed with small instruments that enter the body through a tiny incision. Once in the body, the doctor guides the instruments using X-rays or ultrasound. When the procedure is complete, the incision is covered with a small bandage.

IR is used to treat stroke, bleeding in the brain, benign tumors, certain types of cancer, uterine fibroids, spine fractures, pelvic pain, and many other conditions. Interventional radiologists are often called upon by other doctors for help with patients who present challenging conditions.

The benefits to having an IR procedure are significant. IR procedures minimize risk to the patient, are less invasive, less painful, and safer than surgery. Patients experience shorter recovery times after an IR procedure than they normally experience after surgery.

Interventional radiology is often used for: