Interventional Radiology
Count on the experienced team at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa, when interventional radiology (IR) is part of your cancer or medical treatment plan.
Minimally Invasive Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiology is a specialized field within radiology in which doctors use medical imaging, such as MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound, to assist in minimally invasive surgical procedures that diagnose, treat, and cure many kinds of conditions, including cancer-related complications.
Benefits of Interventional Radiology
Most interventional radiology procedures are minimally invasive, offering key benefits:
- Reduced pain
- Faster recovery times
- Lower cost compared to traditional surgery
- Less risk of infection and shorter hospital stays
Interventional Radiology Procedures
Your doctor may recommend advanced interventional radiology techniques for one or more of the following procedures:
- Chemoembolization – A targeted treatment for liver cancer that delivers a higher dose of chemotherapy drugs directly into the artery feeding the tumor. This focused approach allows for a higher dosage than standard chemotherapy while minimizing side effects.
- Cryoablation – Uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy tumors on various organs, offering a precise and non-surgical cancer treatment option.
- Fistula Creation – Essential for patients with severe kidney disease requiring dialysis. A fistula enables high blood flow, allowing the dialysis process to purify the blood more efficiently.
- Kyphoplasty – Treats spine fractures related to cancer, relieving pain and stabilizing the bone with a minimally invasive approach.
- OsteoCool® Radiofrequency Ablation – Uses heat to destroy bone tumors, offering pain relief and tumor control for cancer patients.
- Port Placement for IV Therapy – Provides reliable, long-term intravenous (IV) access for patients who need frequent medications or treatments such as chemotherapy. A port improves comfort and streamlines care delivery.
Meet Dr. Golchin
Meet Dr. Nima Golchin, a specialist in interventional radiology who is making a difference to Mary Greeley patients in Ames, IA.
Meet Dr. Golchin
