“Is interventional radiology the same as vascular surgery?”
I want to fix my varicose veins. Is interventional radiology the same as vascular surgery?
2 Answers
Absolutely not. Vascular surgeons are surgeons specializing in treatment of vascular disorders. Interventional radiologists are radiologists. Need I say more?
Interventional radiology is a sub-specialty of radiology utilizing minimally-invasive image-guided procedures. Interventional radiology is used to aid diagnosis and treat patients using the least invasive technique to minimize risk to the patient and improve health outcomes. In comparison to open surgery procedures have the least risk, pain, and recovery time
Vascular surgery is indicated when the vascular disease cannot be treated by less invasive or non-surgical treatments. The purpose of vascular surgery is to treat vascular diseases of the arteries and veins. Vascular surgery involves techniques relating to endovascular surgeries such as balloon angioplasty, stenting, aortic and peripheral vascular endovascular stent or graft placement, thrombolysis, and other adjuncts for vascular reconstruction.
Speak with your medical provider with any questions or concerns about your medical condition and the appropriate approach.
Vascular surgery is indicated when the vascular disease cannot be treated by less invasive or non-surgical treatments. The purpose of vascular surgery is to treat vascular diseases of the arteries and veins. Vascular surgery involves techniques relating to endovascular surgeries such as balloon angioplasty, stenting, aortic and peripheral vascular endovascular stent or graft placement, thrombolysis, and other adjuncts for vascular reconstruction.
Speak with your medical provider with any questions or concerns about your medical condition and the appropriate approach.
