Interventional radiology treatments
Interventional radiology uses imaging to guide procedures. Explore the seven treatment information pages below to learn about assessment, the procedure, recovery, risks and alternatives. Suitability is decided individually after reviewing your clinical history and imaging.
Varicocele Embolization
Treating reflux in testicular veins through a catheter, after assessment of symptoms, imaging and fertility goals.
Read more 02Uterine Fibroid Embolization
An image-guided option for symptomatic fibroids, with decisions guided by imaging, alternatives and pregnancy plans.
Read more 03Varicose Vein Treatment
Treatment options for troublesome leg veins, selected using symptoms, duplex ultrasound and your medical history.
Read more 04Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
Assessing a possible venous cause of pelvic pain before considering treatment of selected pelvic veins.
Read more 05Thyroid Nodule Ablation
An ultrasound-guided option for selected benign thyroid nodules that cause symptoms or cosmetic concerns.
Read more 06Genicular Artery Embolization
A procedure under continuing evaluation for knee osteoarthritis pain, requiring careful discussion of evidence and alternatives.
Read more 07Hemorrhoid Embolization
A catheter-based approach to selected bleeding haemorrhoids, after assessment of the bleeding and other treatment options.
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