Interventional and Onco-Radiology is an advanced medical specialty that combines imaging technology with minimally invasive procedures to diagnose, treat, and manage various cancers and complex medical conditions. Using real-time imaging guidance such as ultrasound, CT scans, MRI, and fluoroscopy, specialists can precisely target tumours and affected tissues with minimal disruption to surrounding healthy structures.

At Citizens Specialty Hospital, our Interventional and Onco-Radiology department offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic procedures designed to provide accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, reduced recovery time, and improved patient outcomes.

Our experienced interventional radiologists work closely with oncologists, surgeons, radiation specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver personalised, image-guided cancer care.

Role of Interventional and Onco-Radiology in Cancer Care

Interventional and Onco-Radiology plays a vital role in:

• Early cancer diagnosis
• Tumour biopsy and tissue sampling
• Image-guided cancer treatment
• Pain and symptom management
• Tumour ablation procedures
• Blood vessel interventions
• Palliative and supportive cancer care

These minimally invasive procedures often provide an alternative to traditional surgery, helping patients recover faster with less pain and fewer complications.

Advanced Diagnostic Procedures

Image-Guided Biopsy

Image-guided biopsy procedures allow specialists to accurately obtain tissue samples from suspicious masses or tumours using CT, ultrasound, or MRI guidance.

Benefits

• Minimally invasive
• Accurate tissue diagnosis
• Reduced surgical trauma
• Faster recovery and diagnosis

Advanced Imaging Services

Our department uses modern imaging technologies for precise diagnosis and treatment planning, including:

• Ultrasound
• CT Scan
• MRI
• PET-CT imaging
• Digital fluoroscopy

These technologies help specialists identify tumour location, size, spread, and treatment response with greater precision.

Interventional Oncology Treatments

Tumour Ablation Therapy

Tumour ablation destroys cancer cells using heat, cold, or other targeted energy techniques without major surgery.

Types of Ablation Procedures

• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
• Microwave Ablation
• Cryoablation
• Thermal Ablation

Benefits

• Minimally invasive treatment
• Shorter hospital stay
• Reduced pain and complications
• Faster recovery compared to surgery

Tumour ablation is commonly used for liver, lung, kidney, and bone tumours.

Chemoembolization (TACE)

Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE) delivers chemotherapy directly into the blood vessels supplying a tumour while blocking its blood supply.

Benefits

• Concentrated chemotherapy delivery to the tumour
• Reduced exposure to healthy tissues
• Helps shrink tumours effectively
• Commonly used in liver cancers

Radioembolization

Radioembolization delivers targeted radiation therapy directly to cancer cells through blood vessels using tiny radioactive particles.

Benefits

• Precision-targeted treatment
• Minimal impact on healthy tissues
• Effective for selected liver tumours and metastatic cancers

Image-Guided Drainage Procedures

Interventional radiologists perform image-guided procedures to drain fluid collections, abscesses, or blockages caused by cancer or infections.

Benefits

• Relief from pain and discomfort
• Reduced risk of infection
• Minimally invasive approach

Vascular and Supportive Interventions

Central Venous Access Procedures

Specialised catheters and ports are inserted under imaging guidance to support chemotherapy, nutrition, and long-term medication delivery.

Benefits

• Safer administration of cancer therapies
• Reduced discomfort from repeated needle access
• Improved patient comfort during treatment

Pain Management Procedures

Interventional radiology also helps manage cancer-related pain through targeted nerve blocks and minimally invasive pain-relief procedures.

Benefits

• Improved comfort and mobility
• Better quality of life during treatment
• Reduced dependency on long-term pain medications

Advantages of Interventional and Onco-Radiology

• Minimally invasive procedures
• Smaller incisions and reduced scarring
• Shorter hospital stay
• Faster recovery time
• Lower risk of complications
• Precision-targeted treatment
• Reduced pain and discomfort
• Improved quality of life

At Citizens Specialty Hospital, our focus is on delivering effective treatments with maximum precision and patient comfort.

Advanced Technologies and Innovation

Our Interventional and Onco-Radiology department is equipped with advanced imaging systems and modern technologies that support accurate diagnosis and high-precision treatment.

Technologies Include:

• High-resolution CT and MRI systems
• Digital angiography suites
• Ultrasound-guided intervention systems
• Real-time fluoroscopic imaging
• Advanced tumour targeting software

These innovations help improve treatment accuracy, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

Multidisciplinary Cancer Care Approach

At Citizens Specialty Hospital, interventional and onco-radiology services are integrated with:

• Medical Oncology
• Surgical Oncology
• Radiation Oncology
• Hematology
• Critical Care
• Palliative Care

This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive and personalised cancer treatment for every patient.