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This information is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used in place of an individual consultation, examination, or the medical advice of your doctor. This information should not be relied upon to determine a diagnosis or course of treatment.
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Interventional radiologists are board-certified physicians who perform some of the most groundbreaking minimally invasive treatments for an ever-growing array of disease.
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Aortic Aneurysm
An aortic aneurysm is a condition that results from the swelling of a weakened wall in the aorta. The aorta is the largest artery in your body. It branches off your heart and distributes blood throughout your body and organs. ... Read More
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Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)- Brain
Cerebral arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare condition that occurs in the brain of less than 1% of all people. An AVM is an abnormal tangle of blood vessels that develops between the arteries and veins. AVMs are fragile structures ... Read More
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Bexxar® - For Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Bexxar® is a radiolabeled monoclonal antibody treatment used to treat some types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic/immune system. Bexxar is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for people that have received chemotherapy and/or Rituxan® ... Read More
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Bone Mineral Density Testing
Bone Mineral Density Testing (BMD) is an evaluation used to help diagnose osteoporosis, a progressive disease that causes bone loss, and increases bone fracture risk. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is a type of bone density testing. BMD testing is generally recommended ... Read More
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Cardiac Catheterization
Introduction and Uses Cardiac catheterization may be used as a diagnostic or treatment procedure. It involves advancing a catheter, a thin flexible tube, into the right or left side of the heart. Cardiac catheterization can provide information about the functioning of ... Read More
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Cardiac Imaging
Cardiac imaging is a specialized branch of radiology. It uses sophisticated technology to create detailed images of the heart and blood vessels that otherwise could not be seen without open surgery. There are several different types of cardiac imaging that ... Read More
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Cardiac Stress Test
A cardiac stress test may also be referred to as an exercise ECG (electrocardiogram), stress test, or treadmill test. A cardiac stress test is used to evaluate how your heart works during exercise. The test is used to assess general ... Read More
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Carotid Artery Disease
Carotid artery disease results when the carotid arteries become blocked, impairing their ability to transport blood efficiently. The carotid arteries carry blood from your heart to your head and brain. Carotid artery disease can develop over time from plaque buildup. This ... Read More
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Computed Tomography (CT)
Computed tomography (CT) is a noninvasive procedure that is used to provide detailed views of the bones, blood vessels, brain, and dense tissues. With CT, cross-sectional images are produced in a series of slices similar to the slices that make ... Read More
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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) - Clogging of Heart Arteries
Coronary artery disease (CAD), also called coronary heart disease (CHD) and atherosclerotic heart disease (ASHD), is caused by a thickening of the walls of the arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. The thickened arteries cause the blood ... Read More
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - Blood Clots in Deep Veins
A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in the deep large veins of the pelvis, legs, thighs, or arms. A DVT can reduce or block the flow of blood in a vein. It may dislodge and ... Read More
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Diabetes - Type 2 & Pre-Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes, also known as non-insulin dependent diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that affects how the body uses glucose, a sugar that is a source of fuel. Normally, the hormone insulin helps ... Read More
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Digital x-ray
Digital x-rays are used to create images of the structures inside of the body. X-rays assist doctors with diagnosis and treatment planning. Traditional x-rays use film and chemicals. Digital x-rays are filmless and images are stored electronically on a computer. ... Read More
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Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram is usually also be referred to as a transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE), Doppler ultrasound of the heart, or surface echo. An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart. During the procedure, sound waves create a “live” picture of the ... Read More
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Electrocardiogram - ECG
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is useful for identifying if the heart is beating normally. It may be used for people with chest pain, heart palpitations, or suspected heart disease. An ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart. It ... Read More
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Fluoroscopy
A fluoroscopy is a live X-ray that creates real-time images. It is especially useful for diagnosing upper or lower digestive tract disorders (barium enema, barium swallow) or joint problems (arthrography). The live images can help a doctor determine how a ... Read More
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Heart Disease
Heart disease, also called cardiovascular disease, is a common problem in the United States. It occurs when the heart and blood vessels do not function properly. The most common cause is narrowing or blockage of the arteries that supply blood ... Read More
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Hemangioblastoma - Brain & Spinal Cord
Hemangioblastomas are noncancerous tumors that develop in the brain or spinal cord. Some hemangioblastomas are caused by an inherited disorder; others occur sporadically. The tumors may cause a host of neurological symptoms, depending on their size and location. In most ... Read More
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High Blood Pressure - Hypertension (HTN)
High blood pressure, or hypertension (HTN), is a common condition in the United States. High blood pressure is termed a “silent killer” because it usually does not have symptoms but can cause significant cardiovascular and organ damage. The only way to know ... Read More
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Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) is a type of external beam radiation therapy for cancer that adjusts for the location (or position) of a cancer tumor throughout treatment. Cancer tumors may move, change size, and change shape throughout the course of ... Read More
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Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiology is a specialized branch of radiology. It uses sophisticated technology to create detailed images of internal organs and structures. The images are used to guide minimally invasive procedures that are used for diagnostic or treatment purposes. There are ... Read More
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging procedure that produces very detailed pictures of internal body structures. It is a non-invasive method that allows doctors to check for abnormalities and diagnose medical conditions, such as blood clots, tumors, and orthopedic ... Read More
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Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is a specialized branch of radiology. Its focus is on using small amounts of radioactive materials to diagnose, manage, or treat disease. Nuclear medicine uses contrast agents and X-rays to depict how organs function and detect structural abnormalities. ... Read More
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Peripheral Artery Disease - Poor Circulation
Peripheral artery disease (PAD), also referred to as arteriosclerosis of the extremities and peripheral vascular disease, is a condition that causes poor blood circulation to the kidneys, intestines, arms, legs, and feet. Blood flow may be reduced or blocked by ... Read More
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Positron Emission Testing (PET)
Positron emission testing (PET) is a diagnostic imaging test that is used to help determine how organs and tissues inside the body are functioning. It also shows the size, shape, and position of organs. PET is used to help detect ... Read More
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Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT)
Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) is a revolutionary imaging procedure that combines the best of PET and CT imaging to create exceptionally detailed images. It is especially useful for diagnosing and treatment planning for brain disorders, heart conditions, and cancer. ... Read More
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Radiation Therapy
Radiation Therapy: An Overview Radiation therapy is used mainly as treatment for many different types of cancer. Radiation therapy is used to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. Radiation uses high-energy X-rays to damage the cancer cells and prevent ... Read More
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Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins & Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy is a treatment for small varicose or spider veins. Sclerotherapy involves the tiny injections of a medication into affected veins. The solution used causes the veins to shrink and eventually dissolve. Sclerotherapy may improve the appearance of veins and ... Read More
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Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Radiotherapy
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT) are both treatment methods of delivering radiation therapy to cancer tumors. SRS or SRT may be used instead of or along with surgery. SRS involves a single radiation treatment. SRT uses a series ... Read More
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Stroke - CVA
A stroke or a “brain attack” is an emergency medical condition. It occurs when the blood supply to the brain is stopped or reduced for a period of time. Your brain controls the life sustaining functions of your body. It ... Read More
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Ultrasound - Diagnostic
An ultrasound is an imaging test that allows doctors to view internal organs, tissues, and systems, and check developing babies during pregnancy. Ultrasound is noninvasive. An ultrasound uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures on a video monitor. ... Read More
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Ultrasound - Pelvic and Transvaginal
An ultrasound, also called a sonogram, is an imaging test that is used to create pictures of internal organs and structures. Ultrasound may be used to examine a woman’s reproductive organs, including the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and vagina. An obstetric ... Read More
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Upper GI Series/ Barium Swallow
An Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Series or Barium Swallow provides a set of X-rays showing the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. Before the X-rays are taken, barium, a chalky substance, is swallowed. The barium provides an image of the upper gastrointestinal ... Read More
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Valvular Heart Disease - Heart Valve Disease
Heart valve disease occurs when the valves that control the direction of the blood flow through the heart do not open and close, as they should. This can cause the heart to work harder and enlarge. Eventually, heart valve disease ... Read More
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Virtual Colonoscopy
A virtual colonoscopy is a procedure that uses medical imaging and computers to create a three-dimensional picture of the colon and rectum. The test is most frequently used to diagnose pre-cancerous polyps and colorectal cancer. It is a relatively quick ... Read More
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X-Rays
X-rays use radiation energy to create images of internal body structures. X-rays are a non-invasive procedure, meaning that the body does not have to be surgically opened to see a bone or tissue. X-rays are used to help diagnose a ... Read More
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The iHealthSpot patient education library was written collaboratively by the iHealthSpot editorial team which includes Senior Medical Authors Dr. Mary Car-Blanchard, OTD/OTR/L and Valerie K. Clark, and the following editorial advisors: Steve Meadows, MD, Ernie F. Soto, DDS, Ronald J. Glatzer, MD, Jonathan Rosenberg, MD, Christopher M. Nolte, MD, David Applebaum, MD, Jonathan M. Tarrash, MD, and Paula Soto, RN/BSN. This content complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. The library commenced development on September 1, 2005 with the latest update/addition on February 16, 2022. For information on iHealthSpot’s other services including medical website design, visit www.iHealthSpot.com.
