Interventional Radiology Treatments We Offer
Many conditions that once required traditional surgery can now be treated less invasively. Interventional radiologists use image-guidance to diagnose and treat disease, minimizing trauma to the body and reducing infection rates and recovery time. The IR experts of Minneapolis Vascular Physicians perform a list of minimally invasive procedures, offering patients a safe alternative to surgery.
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At Minneapolis Vascular Physicians, we specialize in cutting-edge interventions to alleviate the discomfort of Adhesive Capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder. Our expert team, led by skilled interventional radiologists, performs Adhesive Capsulitis Embolization (ACE) to address this challenging condition. A frozen shoulder can significantly impact your range of motion and daily activities. Our patient-centric approach ...
Our interventional radiologists specialize in innovative procedures to address spinal concerns and pain primarily from osteoporosis. With our advanced, image-guided, minimally invasive procedures, including Kyphoplasty, Vertebroplasty, and Sacroplasty, we focus on repairing and stabilizing fractured or compressed vertebrae. These procedures offer a comprehensive approach to renewing strength and stability and provide patients with effective solutions ...
At Minneapolis Vein Center, we specialize in advanced pain management procedures designed to bring relief and restore comfort. Our expert team, including specialized radiologists, excels in interventions like Epidural Steroid Injections (ESI) and Joint Injections. These minimally invasive procedures are performed with precision under image guidance, targeting inflammation and providing temporary relief from pain. Whether ...
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) is a groundbreaking procedure for the treatment of mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. As a minimally invasive intervention, GAE offers a revolutionary approach to managing knee pain and enhancing joint function. This procedure targets the abnormal arteries that develop due to inflammation in patients with osteoarthritis. If you are seeking an ...
Hemorrhoidal Artery Embolization (HAE) is a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive procedure designed to address bleeding associated with hemorrhoids. Call to Schedule Get Relief From Hemorrhoid Symptoms A targeted treatment This innovative intervention involves using image guidance to access the arteries supplying blood to the rectum. Tiny particles or embolic agents are placed in these arteries to ...
At Minneapolis Vein Center, we understand the impact of Pelvic Venous Disease (PVD) on the lives of many, particularly those experiencing symptoms like pelvic pain and discomfort. Our commitment to advanced and patient-centric care leads us to offer cutting-edge solutions, with Ovarian Vein Embolization emerging as a key intervention for addressing PVD-related concerns. Explore a ...
Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is a minimally invasive procedure to treat lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men with enlarged prostates due to benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). PAE is an emerging procedure in the United States studied extensively in Europe. PAE is shown to have similar outcomes to traditional surgical techniques in relieving urinary symptoms. ...
What is a uterine fibroid embolization? Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is an alternative to the surgical removal of fibroids or the surgical removal of the entire uterus. By decreasing blood flow to the fibroids, related symptoms such as pain and excessive bleeding are resolved. The procedure is minimally invasive resulting in less downtime and quicker ...
Varicocele embolization is a medical procedure performed by an interventional radiologist to treat enlarged veins (varicocele) associated with the scrotum. Common symptoms caused by a varicocele include pain, swelling, and infertility. During the procedure, the physician accesses a vein in the upper thigh and advances a small catheter (tube) to the varicocele under x-ray guidance. ...
Chemoembolization is a cutting-edge medical procedure that combines the targeted delivery of chemotherapy drugs with the obstruction of blood flow to cancerous tumors. This minimally invasive intervention is designed to treat liver cancer and other malignancies by precisely deploying chemotherapy agents directly to the tumor site. By doing so, chemoembolization enhances the concentration of therapeutic ...
Cryoablation is a treatment that freezes abnormal or tumor cells. One or more needle probes are inserted into the tumor using CT or Ultrasound guidance and release a gas which decreases the temperature of the treatment area and destroys the abnormal cells. Depending on the size of the tumor, cryoablation can shrink or kill the ...
Y90, or Yttrium-90 radioembolization, is an innovative and targeted treatment for liver cancer. This minimally invasive procedure involves the use of tiny radioactive beads, called microspheres, that are infused directly into the blood vessels supplying the tumor. Y90 therapy delivers radiation internally to the cancerous cells, maximizing its impact on the tumor while minimizing exposure ...
