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Manipal Hospitals Varthur Road's Department of Radiology is highly equipped with the latest technological advancements and exceptionally skilled staff who are committed to providing accurate diagnosis and radiological services to patients.
Manipal Hospitals has made it a point to provide the best level of service for each patient visit. Our radiology department has revolutionized our patient’s experience, involving care and efficient service levels such as accurate scans, same-day service, flexible appointment timings, hospitality and a comfortable imaging experience.
Interventional radiology is used in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the kidney.
Interventional oncology is now considered the fourth pillar of oncology. This is a fast-growing field where minimally invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures are performed.
Interventional pulmonology uses minimally invasive procedures with imaging guidance for the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the respiratory system.
Our radiology & imaging department is highly capable of performing almost any diagnostic imaging procedure as we are equipped with the latest technological modalities. Our on-site radiologists are board-certified, We are available throughout the week to provide you with any radiology or imaging service you may require.
A few mentions of our radiological facilities include:
"Interventional Radiology" (IR) is a specialised field in radiology where image guidance is used to perform a wide range of minimally invasive imaging procedures. These procedures are performed to treat tumours, taking biopsy samples from tumours, placing stents, control or prevent abnormal bleeding, etc. These procedures are performed in a Cath-Lab. Examples of imaging modalities used to perform these procedures include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT) scan, ultrasound and fluoroscopy.
Interventional radiology procedures are mostly minimally invasive procedures performed through a tiny incision. Compared to the traditional open surgeries, these procedures are equally effective, less risky, less painful, offers speedy recovery, shorter hospitalization, with improved outcomes.
Some common imaging techniques used by Interventional radiologists while performing interventional procedures include x-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, computerized tomography (CT) scan, and occasionally magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Before an interventional radiology procedure, inform your doctor about all the medications, your medical history, recent infections, illness, surgery, etc. Women should inform their doctor if they are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Make sure you follow all the instructions given to you by your doctor about the type of medications and diet to be taken before the procedure. Make sure to arrange for someone to drive you back home after the procedure and arrange for help at home for a couple of days or until you feel better. Interventional Radiologists will give you instructions specific to your procedure.