Division of Clinical Radiology

Interventional Radiology - minimally invasive vascular,
neuro and other interventions

OPD Consultations - General

We offer expert opinions and guidance for a variety of health problems. During your visit, our team will understand your symptoms, suggest tests if needed, and guide you on the best possible treatment options, including minimally invasive procedures done without surgery.

Image-guided (ultrasound, CT) biopsy, drainage

We use advanced imaging like ultrasound or CT scans to safely collect samples from abnormal areas or drain infections from inside the body—without surgery. This helps diagnose illnesses quickly and begin the right treatment.

Neuro / Central Nervous System Interventions

Diagnostic cerebral angiography

This test gives a clear picture of the blood vessels in your brain. It helps us identify blockages, aneurysms, or other issues, guiding further treatment if needed.

Stroke - (mechanical thrombectomy - aspiration and stent retriever)

If you've had a sudden stroke due to a blocked brain vessel, we can remove the clot using special tools, potentially reversing damage if done early.

Intracranial atherosclerotic disease - angioplasty and stenting

When brain vessels become narrow due to cholesterol build-up, we can open them using balloons and place small metal tubes (stents) to restore blood flow.

Cerebral venous thrombosis - Mechanical thrombectomy/thrombolysis

If a blood clot blocks the veins draining your brain, we use medications or devices to break the clot and restore flow, reducing risk of swelling or damage.

Intracranial aneurysm (Coiling - simple and stent or balloon-assisted / flow diverter / intra-saccular devices)

When a weak spot in a brain vessel balloons out (aneurysm), we close it from inside using soft coils or special devices to prevent rupture or bleeding.

Vasospasm management

After a brain bleed, vessels may shrink suddenly and cut off blood flow. We treat this using medicines or gentle widening techniques to prevent further brain injury.

Cerebral Dural Arteriovenous Fistula (DAVF)

These are abnormal blood vessel connections in the brain lining. We block them using a minimally invasive approach to prevent symptoms like headache or bleeding.

Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)

An AVM is a tangled group of blood vessels that can bleed. We treat it using safe techniques that block these vessels and reduce the risk of rupture.

Stereotactic radio-surgery localization for cerebral AVMs

We help accurately map brain AVMs for targeted radiation therapy. This helps destroy the abnormal vessels without harming nearby healthy brain tissue.

Carotid-cavernous fistula - direct and indirect

This is an abnormal connection near the eye, which can cause bulging or vision problems. We block this connection using minimally invasive methods to restore normal flow.

Dural venous sinus stenting

If brain vein channels are blocked or narrowed causing headaches or vision issues, we open them with tiny stents to restore normal pressure and flow.

Inferior Petrous Sinus sampling

This test helps find the source of certain hormone problems in the body by checking hormone levels in specific brain veins, guiding accurate treatment.

Pre-op embolisation for intracranial tumours

Before surgery for brain tumors, we block their blood supply to reduce bleeding during operation and make removal safer.

Intra-arterial chemotherapy for Retinoblastoma

In children with eye cancer, we deliver chemotherapy directly to the eye's blood vessel. This helps shrink the tumor while sparing healthy tissues.

Chronic Subdural haemorrhage - middle meningeal artery embolisation

For certain types of brain bleeds, especially in the elderly, we block a small artery from the inside to reduce the chance of the bleed coming back.

Vein of Galen malformation management

This rare condition in newborns involves abnormal brain blood vessels. We treat it by safely blocking the abnormal connections to prevent heart and brain complications.

CSF leak management

Sometimes, spinal fluid leaks out, causing severe headaches. We seal the leak using a special blood patch or glue to stop the fluid loss and relieve symptoms.

Head and Neck Interventions

Carotid artery stenosis - angioplasty and stenting

When a major blood vessel in the neck (carotid artery) becomes narrow, it can reduce blood flow to the brain and cause strokes. We gently widen the artery and place a small metal tube (stent) to keep it open and restore healthy blood flow.

Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) of the head and neck region

An AVM is a tangled connection between blood vessels that can cause swelling, pain, or bleeding. We close off these abnormal vessels without surgery, making the area safer and healthier.

Carotid blow-out syndrome

This is a life-threatening condition where a neck artery may rupture, often due to cancer or previous surgery. We act quickly to stop the bleeding by sealing or reinforcing the artery from the inside.

Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma (JNA) embolisation

JNA is a non-cancerous tumor in teenage boys that causes heavy nosebleeds. Before surgery, we block its blood supply to reduce bleeding and make the operation safer.

Carotid body tumour embolisation

These are slow-growing neck tumors near a major artery. We block their blood supply to reduce size and bleeding before surgical removal.

Epistaxis (nasal bleed) treatment - Internal maxillary artery embolisation

For severe nosebleeds that don't stop with routine methods, we block the tiny bleeding vessels from the inside, offering quick and long-lasting relief.

Venous and lymphatic malformations (also called cystic hygroma) - sclerotherapy

These are soft, painless swellings due to abnormal veins or lymph vessels. We inject a special medicine into them to shrink them over time—avoiding the need for open surgery.

Botox injection into salivary gland to control excessive salivary secretion

For people with too much saliva due to nerve problems or other conditions, we inject Botox into the salivary glands to reduce saliva and improve comfort.

Spinal Interventions

Spinal angiography

This test helps us see the blood vessels around your spine using a contrast dye and special X- ray. It helps diagnose issues like abnormal vessels, tumors, or spinal bleeding with great accuracy.

Spinal AVM/AVF embolisation

Some people have abnormal blood vessel connections in the spine that can cause pain, weakness, or even paralysis. We block these faulty vessels from the inside to prevent bleeding or pressure on the spinal cord.

Vertebral haemangioma embolisation

These are benign growths in the spine's bones that may cause pain or weakness. We reduce their size and stop them from bleeding by blocking their blood supply through a small tube.

Pre-operative embolisation of spinal tumours

Before surgery for spine tumors, we block their blood vessels to reduce bleeding during the operation, making the surgery safer and more effective.

Osteoid osteoma microwave ablation

Osteoid osteomas are small, painful bone tumors. We treat them without open surgery by using a needle to deliver heat directly into the tumor and destroy it.

Facet joint injection/ Nerve blocks

These procedures help relieve long-term back or neck pain. We inject medicine directly into painful joints or nearby nerves to reduce swelling and provide lasting relief.

Myelogram / Diskography

These are tests to understand the cause of back pain. We inject a dye near your spinal cord or discs to take detailed images and find what's causing symptoms.

Ablation for disc herniation

When a disc in your spine bulges and presses on nerves, we can shrink the bulge using heat or special needles, giving pain relief without major surgery.

Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty

For spine fractures due to injury or weak bones, we inject a special bone cement to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and help you return to normal activity.

Guided Lumbar puncture

We safely take a small sample of spinal fluid using imaging guidance, usually to check for infections, bleeding, or other brain and spine problems.

Chest Interventions

Bronchial artery embolisation for haemoptysis

If someone coughs up a large amount of blood, it can be life-threatening. We find and block the bleeding vessels in the lungs using a small tube, stopping the bleed quickly and safely without surgery.

Pulmonary artery pseudoaneurysm / AVM embolisation

These are abnormal bulges or tangled vessels in the lungs that can cause bleeding. We block them using a minimally invasive method to prevent further bleeding or complications.

Pulmonary thromboembolism - thrombectomy/thrombolysis

A blood clot in the lung can be deadly. We remove it using medication or special tools passed through a small tube, improving breathing and reducing strain on the heart.

Lung tumour microwave ablation

For patients with certain lung tumors who cannot undergo surgery, we use heat energy delivered through a needle to destroy the tumor while preserving healthy lung tissue.

Superior vena cava stenting in SVC syndrome

When a major vein in the chest gets blocked, it causes facial swelling and difficulty breathing. We place a stent to reopen the vein and improve blood flow quickly.

Chylothorax management - thoracic duct embolisation

This condition involves leakage of lymph fluid into the chest. We block the leaking duct using a safe, minimally invasive technique, helping the fluid buildup to stop.

Guided pigtail insertion for pleural effusion / pneumothorax / lung abscess

If there's fluid, air, or infection in the chest, we place a thin tube under imaging guidance to safely drain it out and relieve symptoms.

CT/USG guided biopsies

We use CT or ultrasound imaging to guide a needle to collect samples from chest abnormalities. This helps make accurate diagnoses with minimal discomfort.

Pleurodesis

For patients with repeated fluid buildup in the chest, we use a special medicine to stick the lung to the chest wall, preventing the fluid from returning.

Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Interventions

Trans-arterial embolisation (TAE)/chemoembolisation (TACE)/radioembolisation (TARE) for liver tumours

For liver cancers, we deliver medicine or radiation directly into the tumor's blood supply. This targets the tumor while sparing healthy parts of the liver and avoids major surgery.

Microwave ablation for liver tumours

We insert a thin needle into the tumor and use heat to destroy cancer cells. This is a good option for those who can't undergo surgery.

Liver haemangioma embolisation

Some people have benign liver growths that cause pain. We block the blood flow to these growths so they shrink and symptoms improve.

Portal vein embolisation - prior to hepatic resection

If part of the liver needs to be removed, we sometimes block the opposite side's vein to help the remaining liver grow stronger before surgery.

Post-liver transplant complication management

We treat blockages or leaks in liver transplant patients using minimally invasive techniques to avoid repeat surgery and ensure good transplant outcomes.

Hepatic venous pressure gradient measurement

This test measures pressure in the liver veins. It helps doctors understand the severity of liver diseases like cirrhosis.

Portal vein stenting

If the vein supplying blood to the liver gets blocked, we place a stent to open it up and restore proper blood flow.

Portal vein thrombectomy

If a clot blocks the liver's main vein, we remove or dissolve it to avoid damage to the liver or intestines.

Portogram and portal vein pressure measurement

We inject dye into the liver veins and check the pressure inside. This helps guide treatment in liver disease patients.

Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS)

For patients with severe liver disease and bleeding from the stomach or food pipe, we create a new path inside the liver to ease pressure and reduce bleeding.

Direct intrahepatic portosystemic stent (DIPS)

Similar to TIPS, this is another way to connect liver veins to reduce internal pressure, especially if regular methods are not possible.

Inferior vena cava angioplasty + stenting

If the body's main vein is blocked or narrowed, we gently widen it and place a stent to improve blood flow.

Hepatic vein angioplasty + stenting - Budd Chiari syndrome

This condition blocks liver drainage. We open the blocked veins using a balloon or stent to relieve pressure and symptoms.

Liver biopsy - percutaneous and transjugular approach

We take small tissue samples from the liver using a needle through the skin or via a vein to diagnose liver diseases accurately.

Percutaneous cholangiogram

We use imaging to look at bile ducts (the tubes that carry bile from the liver). This helps diagnose blockages or leaks.

Percutaneous trans-biliary drainage

When bile ducts are blocked, we place a small tube to drain bile out of the body and relieve symptoms like jaundice or infection.

Biliary balloon plasty + stenting

If the bile duct is narrow, we widen it using a balloon and sometimes place a stent to keep it open.

Biliary stone retrieval

We remove stones stuck in the bile ducts using a small tube and tools, relieving pain and infection without open surgery.

Percutaneous cholecystostomy

For high-risk patients with gallbladder infection who cannot undergo surgery, we place a tube into the gallbladder to drain the infection.

PAIR (Puncture-Aspiration-Injection-Reaspiration) / sclerotherapy for hydatid cyst

For a special type of parasitic liver cyst, we treat it by draining and injecting medicine into the cyst to destroy it safely.

Pigtail insertion for abscess/collections

We place a thin tube under imaging guidance to drain infected fluid from the liver or abdomen, helping recovery without open surgery.

Pancreatitis complications management

Severe pancreas problems may cause fluid build-up or blocked ducts. We use safe, image- guided procedures to drain or relieve these issues.

Gastrointestinal Interventions

Upper and lower GI bleed/haemorrhage embolisation

If someone has internal bleeding in the stomach or intestines, we can stop the bleeding without surgery by blocking the leaking blood vessels from the inside.

Pseudoaneurysm management

A weak spot in a blood vessel wall can bulge and risk bursting. We seal off these bulges using minimally invasive techniques to prevent serious bleeding.

Variceal bleeding - Transhepatic portosystemic shunt-stent (TIPSS)

In people with liver disease, swollen veins in the stomach or food pipe can burst and bleed. We create a new path inside the liver to lower pressure and prevent future bleeding.

Balloon-assisted retrograde transvenous obliteration (BRTO/PARTO/CARTO)

These are special treatments for stomach varices (swollen veins) where we block the vein from the inside using a balloon, plug, or coils to stop bleeding and prevent recurrence.

Tumour bleed embolisation

Sometimes tumors can bleed heavily. We block the bleeding vessels through a small tube, helping control the bleeding safely.

Splenic artery embolisation

When the spleen is injured or enlarged and causes pain or bleeding, we block part of its blood supply to reduce symptoms and prevent complications.

Acute and chronic mesenteric ischemia management

If the intestines don't get enough blood, it can be life-threatening. We open blocked arteries or veins to restore blood flow and prevent damage to the bowel.

Pre-operative embolisation for gastrointestinal tumours

Before operating on tumors in the digestive system, we may block their blood supply to reduce bleeding and make surgery safer.

Percutaneous gastrostomy/jejunostomy

If someone cannot eat normally, we place a feeding tube directly into the stomach or small intestine through the skin to ensure proper nutrition.

Kidney and Dialysis Access Management

Renal bleed embolisation

If there is bleeding in or around the kidney—after surgery, trauma, or biopsy—we use a thin tube to reach and block the bleeding vessel, stopping the blood loss without open surgery.

Renal tumour ablation

For small kidney tumors, especially in patients who cannot undergo surgery, we destroy the tumor using heat delivered through a needle under imaging guidance.

Pre-op embolisation of angiomyolipoma (AML)

These are benign kidney tumors that can bleed. We block their blood supply before surgery or when they are large or symptomatic, reducing the risk of bleeding.

Renal artery stenting for hypertension

Some people have high blood pressure due to narrowing of kidney arteries. We open these arteries with a balloon and place a stent to improve blood flow and help control blood pressure.

Adrenal vein sampling

This test helps identify if hormone overproduction is coming from one or both adrenal glands. It guides treatment in patients with difficult-to-control blood pressure.

Percutaneous nephrostomy (PCN)

When urine can't flow from the kidney to the bladder due to blockage, we place a tube through the skin to drain the urine and relieve pain and infection.

Percutaneous antegrade DJ stenting

We place a thin tube from the kidney to the bladder to bypass blockages and allow urine to flow normally, usually when a regular (retrograde) method isn't possible.

Suprapubic cystostomy

If someone can't pass urine normally and urethral catheter placement fails, we insert a tube directly into the bladder through the lower abdomen to drain urine.

Percutaneous renal biopsy

We take a small piece of kidney tissue using a needle under ultrasound or CT guidance to diagnose various kidney diseases with minimal discomfort.

USG-guided pigtail insertion for urinoma/lymphocele (post kidney transplant)

Sometimes after a kidney transplant, fluid collects near the kidney. We place a small tube under ultrasound guidance to safely drain this fluid and prevent complications.

Tunnelled dialysis catheters - permcath (Jugular/Femoral)

When long-term dialysis is needed, we insert a soft tube into a large vein for repeated access. This type of catheter can stay in place for weeks or months.

Fibrin sheath stripping

Over time, a catheter may get blocked due to build-up. We clean out the covering (sheath) that forms around it to restore proper flow for dialysis.

Temporary catheter insertion

For urgent dialysis needs, we place a temporary catheter in a large vein, allowing quick access until a permanent one is arranged.

Dialysis access management - fistulogram and fistuloplasty

If a dialysis access (fistula or graft) stops working well, we use X-rays to find the problem and open it with a balloon to restore function.

Central vein angioplasty and stenting

When large chest veins get narrowed—often from repeated dialysis or catheters—we open them with a balloon or stent to improve blood flow and reduce swelling in the arm or face.

Central line insertion

We place thin tubes into large veins for giving medicines, fluids, or nutrition over a long period, often in very sick patients.

PICC line insertion

This is a long, thin tube inserted into a vein in the arm and guided to a larger vein near the heart. It's used for long-term IV treatments and is safer than frequent needle pricks.

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Interventions

Uterine arteriovenous malformation (AVM) embolisation

Some women may develop abnormal blood vessels in the uterus, which can cause heavy or unexpected bleeding. We safely block these vessels from the inside to control bleeding and preserve the uterus.

Management of post-partum haemorrhage

After childbirth, some women experience heavy bleeding that doesn't stop with regular treatment. We locate and block the bleeding vessels quickly using a small tube, helping save lives and avoid surgery.

Uterine fibroid embolisation

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that may cause heavy bleeding, pain, or pressure. We shrink them by cutting off their blood supply through a tiny incision, helping relieve symptoms while keeping the uterus intact.

Pelvic congestion syndrome management

Some women have constant dull pelvic pain due to enlarged veins in the pelvis. We seal off these abnormal veins to reduce pain and discomfort.

Fallopian tube recanalization

If a woman's fallopian tubes are blocked, it may cause infertility. We use a soft wire to gently open the tube from the inside, often restoring the chance for natural pregnancy.

Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)

This is a simple test where we inject a dye into the uterus and fallopian tubes while taking X- rays. It helps check if the tubes are open, especially in women facing fertility issues.

Breast Interventions

Breast biopsies - USG / Stereotactic / Vacuum-assisted (VABB)

If there's a lump or abnormal area in the breast, we use imaging (ultrasound or mammogram) to guide a needle and take a small tissue sample. This helps diagnose whether the lump is harmless or needs treatment.

Vacuum-assisted fibroadenoma excision

Fibroadenomas are non-cancerous breast lumps. We can remove them without surgery using a special needle under local anaesthesia—no stitches, no scar.

Breast tumour ablation

For some small breast tumors, especially in patients who cannot have surgery, we destroy the tumor using focused heat through a needle. This method is safe and scarless.

Wire localization

Before breast surgery, we sometimes place a thin wire to mark the exact location of a lump or abnormal area so the surgeon can remove it accurately.

Breast abscess drainage

A painful, swollen breast due to infection may form a pocket of pus (abscess). We use a small tube or needle under ultrasound guidance to drain it safely without surgery.

Male Reproductive System Interventions

Prostatomegaly / Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy - Prostate artery embolisation

As men age, the prostate gland can enlarge and cause difficulty in urinating. We shrink the prostate by blocking some of its blood supply through a small tube, relieving symptoms without surgery.

Varicocele embolisation

Varicocele is a condition where veins in the scrotum become enlarged, often affecting fertility or causing discomfort. We treat it by sealing the faulty veins using a thin tube inserted through a small skin puncture.

Penile AVM / AVF embolisation

Abnormal connections between arteries and veins in the penis can cause swelling, pain, or bleeding. We close off these abnormal vessels safely through a minimally invasive procedure.

Priapism, Erectile dysfunction

For prolonged, painful erections (priapism) or erectile issues due to vascular causes, we offer treatments that either drain trapped blood or improve blood flow using minimally invasive methods.

Urethroplasty

When the urine tube (urethra) becomes narrow and blocks urine flow, we help treat the condition in coordination with urologists, sometimes using imaging guidance to plan or assist in surgery.

Musculoskeletal Interventions

Preoperative embolisation of bone tumours / haemophilic pseudotumours

Before operating on certain bone tumors or bleeding masses (especially in patients with bleeding disorders), we block their blood supply. This reduces blood loss during surgery and makes the procedure safer.

Chronic knee osteoarthritis - Genicular artery embolisation / Genicular nerve ablation

For patients with knee arthritis who are not ready for or cannot undergo surgery, we either block small blood vessels causing inflammation or treat the pain nerves—providing lasting pain relief and better mobility.

Osteoid osteoma ablation

This is a small, painful bone tumor often seen in young people. We treat it without surgery by inserting a needle and using heat to destroy it—quick, effective, and minimally invasive.

Frozen shoulder embolisation

For chronic frozen shoulder that doesn't improve with physiotherapy, we block abnormal blood flow in the shoulder area. This helps reduce pain and stiffness and improves range of motion.

Intra-articular injections for pain

We inject medicine directly into joints like the knee, shoulder, or hip to relieve pain and swelling. This is commonly used in arthritis or sports injuries.

Bone biopsy

If there's an unusual area in a bone, we use imaging to guide a needle and take a small sample. This helps determine if it's an infection, tumor, or other condition.

Botox injection

In cases of abnormal muscle tightness or movement disorders, we inject Botox into specific muscles to help relax them and relieve pain or improve movement.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections

We use your own blood, process it to extract healing cells, and inject it into damaged joints, tendons, or ligaments to promote healing and reduce pain.

Image-Guided Pain Management

Celiac plexus block

This is used to relieve severe upper abdominal pain, especially in patients with cancer or chronic pancreatitis. We use imaging to guide a small injection near the nerve bundle responsible for pain.

Lumbar plexus block / Sympathectomy

For chronic leg or pelvic pain, we block nerve clusters in the lower back. This reduces pain and may also help with poor blood flow in certain vascular conditions.

Superior and inferior hypogastric plexus block

These nerve blocks help relieve long-lasting pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis, especially in patients with cancer, pelvic organ issues, or severe menstrual pain.

Intercostal nerve block

For chest or rib pain—such as after injury or surgery—we inject pain-relieving medicine around the affected nerves under guidance, offering quick and lasting relief.

Stellate ganglion block

Used to treat chronic pain in the head, neck, or arm, this procedure involves numbing a nerve group in the neck that controls blood flow and sensation. It may also help in conditions like complex regional pain syndrome.

Ablation for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Trigeminal neuralgia causes severe facial pain due to irritation of the facial nerve. When medications fail, we can target and treat the nerve using radiofrequency energy. This controlled heating reduces pain signals, offering long-term relief with a very small skin puncture and no open surgery.

Peripheral Nerve Interventions

These procedures help manage pain or nerve-related symptoms in various parts of the body using image guidance.

Peripheral nerve blocks

We inject pain-relieving medicine around specific nerves in the arms, legs, or other areas to reduce pain from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions—providing targeted relief without affecting the whole body.

Nerve ablation (chemical or thermal)

In patients with long-term nerve-related pain that doesn't respond to medications, we use heat or medication to reduce or block the nerve's ability to send pain signals, offering longer- lasting relief.

Ultrasound or CT-guided nerve localization

For certain pain conditions, we use imaging to precisely locate nerves. This helps deliver treatments safely and effectively, especially when treating small or deep nerves.

Lymphatic Interventions

Lymphangiography

This is a special test that shows the lymphatic system (a network that helps fight infection and drain fluid). We inject dye into tiny lymph vessels to find leaks or blockages, especially useful after surgeries or trauma.

Lymphatic leak embolisation

When the lymphatic system leaks fluid into the chest, abdomen, or pelvis (which can happen after surgery or injury), we seal the leak using a small tube and special glue, stopping the fluid loss without major surgery.

Thoracic duct embolisation

The thoracic duct is the largest lymphatic vessel in the body. If it leaks, it can cause serious fluid buildup. We access the duct through a small needle and seal it from the inside to stop the leakage safely.

Oncological Interventions

Chemoport insertion/removal

A chemoport is a small device placed under the skin to make chemotherapy easier. It allows repeated injections or infusions without frequent needle pricks. We place or remove it safely using image guidance.

Hickman's line insertion

This is a long soft tube inserted into a large vein to give long-term medicines, nutrition, or chemotherapy. It stays in place for weeks or months and reduces the need for repeated needle sticks.

Pre-operative embolisation of tumours

Before surgery to remove certain tumors, we block their blood supply. This reduces bleeding during surgery and makes the procedure safer and more effective.

Tumour bleed embolisation

If a tumor starts bleeding, we can stop it by blocking the bleeding blood vessels from the inside. This is often done urgently and avoids the need for major surgery.

Cryoablation

Cryoablation is a treatment where we use extreme cold to destroy abnormal or cancerous tissue. A thin needle is inserted into the tumor using imaging guidance, and the tissue is frozen and destroyed. It's commonly used for kidney, bone, or soft tissue tumors. The procedure is minimally invasive and typically allows a quick recovery.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

In this technique, we use high-frequency electrical energy to heat and destroy abnormal tissues like tumors in the liver, lung, kidney, or bones. The energy is delivered through a needle inserted directly into the tumor. It's a safe and effective option, especially for patients who are not suitable for surgery.

Microwave Ablation (MWA)

MWA uses microwave energy to heat and destroy tumors. It's particularly effective for liver and lung tumors. The advantage of this method is that it can treat larger tumors more quickly and with more precise heat delivery than some other techniques.

TAE / TACE / TARE for liver tumors

We treat liver cancers by delivering medicine or radiation directly into the tumor's blood supply. This targets the tumor effectively while minimizing damage to the rest of the liver.

Superior vena cava stenting for SVC syndrome

When a tumor presses on a major chest vein (SVC), it can cause facial swelling and difficulty breathing. We place a stent to quickly restore blood flow and relieve symptoms.

Peripheral Vascular Interventions

Angioplasty (arterial + venous)

When arteries or veins in the legs, arms, or other areas become narrow or blocked, we open them using a tiny balloon. This improves blood flow and relieves symptoms like leg pain or swelling.

Angioplasty and Stenting - Femoral Artery

When the femoral artery in the thigh becomes narrowed or blocked, it can cause leg pain while walking (claudication) or even wounds that don't heal. We open the artery using a small balloon and may place a stent to keep it open—restoring blood flow and improving walking ability.

Angioplasty and Stenting - Iliac Artery

Blockage in the iliac arteries (in the pelvis) can reduce blood flow to the legs. We insert a small balloon and often a stent through a pinhole in the groin to open these arteries. This improves symptoms like leg fatigue, pain, and ulcers.

Angioplasty and Stenting - Popliteal Artery

The popliteal artery behind the knee can get blocked in patients with peripheral artery disease. We carefully open this artery using a balloon and, in select cases, place a stent to restore circulation and prevent leg complications.

Angioplasty and Stenting - Brachial Artery

Narrowing of the brachial artery (in the arm) can cause arm fatigue or pain. Using a small tube inserted through the wrist or groin, we open the narrowed segment with a balloon and may place a stent if needed—relieving symptoms and improving blood supply.

Angioplasty and Stenting - Tibial/Peroneal Arteries (Below the Knee)

In diabetic patients and those with leg ulcers, the small arteries below the knee may be blocked. We open these tiny vessels with specialized balloons, improving blood flow to the foot and helping ulcers or wounds heal faster.

Venous Angioplasty and Stenting (for Deep Veins / Central Veins)

In patients with leg swelling or post-DVT (deep vein thrombosis) symptoms, the leg or pelvic veins may be narrowed. We open these veins using balloons and stents, reducing pain, swelling, and improving walking comfort.

Angioplasty and Stenting for Vasculitis (e.g., Takayasu arteritis)

In inflammatory conditions like Takayasu disease, large arteries such as the subclavian or carotid can narrow. We safely open these vessels with balloon angioplasty and place stents to maintain long-term blood flow.

Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) interventions - thrombectomy/thrombolysis

If a blood clot forms in the deep veins, especially in the legs, it can be dangerous. We use medicines or special tools to dissolve or remove the clot and restore normal blood flow.

Chronic thrombotic occlusion revascularisation

In long-standing blockages of arteries or veins, we reopen the vessel using wires, balloons, or stents to improve circulation and reduce symptoms like pain or ulcers.

IVC filter placement and retrieval

To prevent clots from reaching the lungs, we place a small filter in a large vein called the IVC. It catches clots from the legs. When no longer needed, we safely remove it.

Varicose vein treatment

For twisted, bulging veins in the legs that cause pain or swelling, we seal or remove them using small tubes, lasers, or injections—giving relief without surgery.

Intravascular foreign body retrieval

If a piece of catheter or device breaks and travels into a blood vessel, we use special tools to safely retrieve it through a small puncture.

Venograms and arteriograms

These are imaging tests where dye is injected into veins or arteries to study blockages, narrowings, or abnormal connections. It helps guide further treatment.

Vascular access complications - stenting, embolisation, and thrombin injection

If a dialysis fistula or catheter causes bleeding, swelling, or clots, we fix the problem using techniques like ballooning, sealing off leaks, or clot removal.

Aortic Interventions

TEVAR - Thoracic Endovascular Aneurysm Repair

If the main artery in the chest (aorta) has a weak bulge (aneurysm) or tear, we place a stent through a small cut in the groin to reinforce the artery wall and prevent rupture—without open surgery.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair

A bulge in the main abdominal artery can be life-threatening if it bursts. We repair it by placing a stent-graft from inside the artery to support the weak area and reduce the risk of rupture.

Endoleak management

Sometimes, after placing a stent for an aortic aneurysm, blood may still leak into the aneurysm sac. We detect and fix these leaks using minimally invasive methods to keep the repair safe and effective.

Angioplasty

If the aorta becomes narrowed due to disease or previous surgery, we use a small balloon to widen the affected area, improving blood flow and reducing symptoms.

Stenting

When the aorta is severely narrowed or weakened, we place a metal mesh tube (stent) to hold the vessel open and ensure steady blood flow to vital organs and limbs.

Trauma-Related Interventions

Embolisation for vascular injury

In cases of accidents, internal bleeding can occur from damaged blood vessels. We use a tiny tube to reach the bleeding site and block it from the inside—quickly controlling bleeding without the need for open surgery.

Stenting for vascular injury

If a major blood vessel is torn or narrowed due to trauma, we place a stent (a small metal tube) to repair the damage and restore normal blood flow, often avoiding major surgery.

Traumatic CSF leak management

After a head or spine injury, the fluid around the brain or spinal cord (CSF) may start leaking. We use precise, image-guided techniques to find and seal the leak, preventing infections and other complications.

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