Interventional Radiology

What is Interventional Radiology?

Interventional Radiology (IR) is an ancillary department of Radiology (x-ray) that uses fluoroscopy (live x-ray) and contrast (x-ray dye) to aid in the visualization of anatomy using minimally invasive techniques for therapy.

Monroe Hospital offers the following services for Interventional Radiology:

Peripheral Angiograms
Carotid Angiograms
Dialysis Access and Maintenance
DVT Treatment and Prevention
Percutaneous GU Procedures
GI Procedures
Abscess Drainage Procedures
Percutaneous Trans-Heptic Cholangiograms (PTHC)
Central Line Placements
Peripheral Access Port Placement
Lumbar Punctures

For more information about our Interventional Radiology services, please call 812-825-1111.