The Liver Biopsy Procedure: A Breakthrough in Liver Health What is a Liver Biopsy? If your blood tests or imaging scans indicate potential liver issues, your doctor may advise a liver biopsy. This quick procedure involves removing a small piece […]
The Impact of Prostate Artery Embolization on Quality of Life
The Impact of Prostate Artery Embolization on Quality of Life Prostate artery embolization (PAE) is a minimally invasive treatment for people suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) which are mainly caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). PAE is […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to DVT Treatment
A Step-by-Step Guide to DVT Treatment Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) happens when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in your legs (or sometimes, arms or other veins). It can cause serious problems if left untreated. It […]
Brain Stroke Treatment using Mechanical Thrombectomy
Brain Stroke Treatment using Mechanical Thrombectomy A brain stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, occurs when there is a disruption of blood flow to the brain. This can happen as a result of a blocked or ruptured blood vessel, […]
The Role of Interventional Radiology in the Treatment of Tinnitus
The Role of Interventional Radiology in the Treatment of Tinnitus What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is a medical condition characterized by the perception of sound in one or both ears, even in the absence of any external sound source. Treatment of […]
Vena Block & VenaSeal Treatments for Varicose Veins
Vena Block & VenaSeal Treatments for Varicose Veins The most recent development in the treatment of varicose veins is the use of a medical “glue.” This simple method essentially glues the varicose veins together and the body then naturally reroutes the blood […]
Brain Aneurysm Treatment with the latest Intrasaccular (Web and Contour) Devices
Brain Aneurysm Treatment with the latest Intrasaccular (Web and Contour) Devices What is a Brain Aneurysm? An aneurysm is actually a defect in one of the arteries in the brain. It represents a weak area in that artery that can […]
Is the Inferior Petrosal Sinus Sampling (IPSS) procedure Painful?
Is the Inferior Petrosal Sinus Sampling (IPSS) procedure Painful? IPSS is a minimally-invasive neuro-interventional procedure performed to sample venous blood from the pituitary gland. Inferior petrosal sinus sampling (IPSS) procedure in which adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) levels are sampled from veins […]
Bi-plane Angiography Cathlab: Advanced Technology for Neuro and Vascular Treatments
Bi-plane Angiography Cathlab: Advanced Technology for Neuro and Vascular Treatments Neurovascular diseases are one of the main reasons that could cripple most patients and can even turn fatal, if not intervened and treated at the right time. The majority of […]
Why Adrenal Vein Sampling is the Best Treatment for Primary Aldosteronism
Why Adrenal Vein Sampling is the Best Treatment for Primary Aldosteronism What is venous sampling? Venous sampling is a procedure that involves inserting a catheter (thin tube) into a specific vein or veins, taking blood samples from them and sending […]