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Specialist Interventional Radiology Services
Melbourne, Australia
About Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiology (IR)
Interventional Radiology (IR) is a medical specialty that focusses on minimally invasive treatments. Utilising imaging guidance such as x-ray fluoroscopy, ultrasound and CT, operations are typically performed through small "pinhole" incisions with short recovery times. A typical Interventional Radiology procedure will involve passing small instruments such as needles, wires and catheters under imaging guidance into the target area of the body to deliver precise treatment. As the pioneers of angiography and angioplasty since the 1960s, Interventional Radiologists (IRs) have brought countless new minimally invasive procedures to patients and the medical community, many of which are now the mainstay of treatment for a range of conditions.
Comprehensive Clinical Service
All patients referred to Specialist Interventional Radiology Services© are consulted in our Outpatient Clinic Service, and cared for throughout the duration of their pre-procedure, post-procedure and follow up periods. Our Interventional Radiologists (IRs) practice modern patient-centred care and shared decision making, to ensure that the best individual treatment decisions are made for every patient. If an IR procedure or endovascular surgery is most appropriate, this will be arranged including the admission, operation, and follow-up care. If an IR procedure or endovascular surgery is not the best option, the consulting IR will ensure that the appropriate care is facilitated, which may be conservative management or referral to another specialist.
Thyroid Intervention
Thyroid Nodule Ablation
Thyroid nodule ablation, including radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and ethanol ablation, is a safe and effective first-line treatment for symptomatic, benign thyroid nodules. Since being pioneered by Radiologists in Korea and Italy over the past 20 years, thyroid nodule ablation has become a primary treatment option for benign thyroid nodules.
Gynaecologic Intervention
Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE) / Uterine Fibroid Embolsation
Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE), sometimes referred to as Uterine Fibroid Embolisation (UFE), is an evidence-based, safe and effective treatment option for uterine fibroids and adenomyosis.
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS)
Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS), or female pelvic venous congestion, is a condition or abnormal veins that causes chronic pelvic pain, including dull aches that are worse with standing for long periods.
Hysterosalpingography (HSG) and Fallopian Tube Recanalisation
Hysterosalpingography (HSG) is a radiologic (x-ray) procedure to examine the inside of the uterus and fallopian (ovarian) tubes via injection of a contrast dye into the uterus with a small catheter tube.
Ultrasound Implanon Removal (Deep Implant)
The Implanon device is located using ultrasound scanning, and occasionally x-ray if required. After administering local anaesthetic, the Interventional Radiologist (IR) will then make a small incision in the skin and remove the device.
Urologic Intervention
Renal Angiomyolipoma (AML)
Renal angiomyolipoma (AML) refers to a bengin (non-cancer) mass lump in the kidney that is composed primarily of fat tissue, muscle, and blood vessels.
Renal Tumour (RCC) Ablation
Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) may be effectively treated with thermal ablation by an Interventional Radiologist (IR). Percutaneous renal tumour ablation is performed under ultrasound and/or CT imaging guidance.
Varicocele Embolisation
Varicocele embolisation refers to the minimally invasive procedure performed by an Interventional Radiologist (IR) to treat the swollen veins in the scrotum.
Vascular Intervention
IVC Filters
The IVC filter is placed in the inferior vena cava (IVC), the main vein channel that connects the legs to the chest and lungs, to catch any DVT fragments that may be travelling or "embolising" towards the lungs via the IVC.
Totally Implantable Venous Ports
As part of care for long-term illnesses such as cancer (chemotherapy) or chronic conditions, you may require ongoing or repeated intravenous (IV) treatments. Such long-term IV access can be facilitated with totally implantable venous port, commonly called simply a "port."
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) - Angiography and Angioplasty
Peripheral vascular disease typically refers to the development of narrowing and blockage of the arteries in the legs (lower limbs). This is primarily due to atherosclerosis, the build-up of plaques in the wall of the arteries.
Visceral Artery Aneurysms
The visceral arteries refer to the arteries that supply organs (viscera) in the abdomen and pelvis. These include the arteries suppling the liver, spleen, bowels and kidneys.
Vascular Anomalies (AVM)
"Vascular anomalies" refers to a broad and complex spectrum of conditions including vascular tumours (e.g., haemangioma) and abnormally formed or connected vessels (e.g., AVM).
Pulmonary AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation)
Pulmonary AVM refers to an abnormal connection between the arteries and veins in your lung. This is commonly something that a person is born with (congenital) and can occur in isolation (sporadic) or as part of syndrome.