| Interventional radiology has been around since the 1960's, when angioplasty emerged as an alternative to open heart surgery. But that was only the beginning. The specialty has steadily grown alongside exciting breakthroughs in science, medicine and technology. Chilton's patients now have more treatment choices than ever before, as the hospital pioneers interventions for a broader range of illnesses and injuries.
Some of the most common interventional radiology procedures available at Chilton include:
Cancer Care
- Chemoembolization
- Tumor Ablation
- Biopsies
- Insertion/Removal of Chest Ports
- Insertion/Removal of Inferior Vena Cava Filters
- Palliative Procedures
Heart and Vascular Care
- Angiography
- Balloon Angioplasty
- Stenting
Women's Health
- Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Dialysis Care
- Angioplasty for Fistulas and Grafts
- Insertion/Removal of Tunneled Dialysis Catheters
- Insertion/Removal of Medication Catheters
Gastrointestinal Care
- Insertion of Feeding Tubes
- Placement of Biliary Catheters
- Percutaneous Cholangiography
For more information about these services or to schedule a consultation, call our CVIL at (973) 831-5352.
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