Interventional Radiology
UCI Health interventional radiologists use advanced imaging guidance and minimally invasive techniques to treat complex conditions without surgery.
This approach often reduces recovery time, complications and hospital stays.
Our approach to interventional radiology
UCI Health interventional radiologists are leaders in using advanced image techniques to guide minimally invasive procedures inside the body.
At UCI health, interventional radiologists use real-time imaging – such as CT scans, ultrasound and fluoroscopy – to guide small instruments through tiny blood vessels or tiny incisions.
These techniques allow physicians to treat many conditions with precision while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues.
Minimally invasive treatments
Interventional radiology procedures are often used as alternatives to traditional surgery.
Depending on your condition, your clinician may recommend image-guided procedures to:
- Treat tumors
- Stop internal bleeding
- Improve blood flow to blocked vessels
- Shrink enlarged organs such as the prostate
These techniques often allow you to recover faster and return home sooner.
We use the latest imaging equipment for diagnosing conditions and providing treatment, including:
- X-rays
- Fluoroscopy
- CT
- MRI
- Ultrasound
Coordinated care across specialties
Our interventional radiologists collaborate closely with specialists across UCI health, including oncologists, surgeons and urologists.
This team-based approach ensures that minimally invasive procedures are integrated into your overall treatment plan.
How to work with us
Based on an examination and consultation, your doctor may refer you to our interventional radiologists.
At your initial consultation with a UCI Health interventional radiologist, you’ll discuss your symptoms, history and any imaging scan results.
They will explain the benefits and risks of potential procedures and create a personalized treatment plan for you.
Why choose UCI Health for interventional radiology care?
State-of-the-art academic medical center
UCI Health interventional radiologists practice at UCI Medical Center, which has been ranked among the nation’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for over 20 years.
Diagnosing and treating complex conditions
Because we’re an academic medical center, we routinely diagnose and treat critical illness, equipping us to navigate complex cases.
Integrated cancer care
Interventional radiologists work closely with specialists at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center to diagnose and treat cancer.
Image-guide procedures may help destroy tumors, guide biopsies and deliver targeted therapies as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment plan.
Regionally, nationally and internationally known faculty
One of our doctors is a past president of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR). SIR members are dedicated to quality, innovation and improvement.
Expertise in innovative treatments
Our interventional radiologists perform advanced procedures such as histotripsy, prostatic artery embolization and uterine artery embolization, which may treat certain conditions without traditional surgery.
These innovative therapies expand treatment options if you may not be a candidate for more invasive procedures.
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Looking for a treatment option that may avoid surgery?
UCI Health interventional radiologists use minimally invasive techniques that may help reduce recovery time and complications. Schedule a consultation to learn whether an image-guided procedure may be right for you.
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