Dott.ssa Stefania Giuffrida

An ultrasound scan, sometimes called a sonogram, is a procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to create an image of part of the inside of the body.

A computerised tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body.

Angioplasty is a procedure that uses a catheter and a balloon to open up blocked arteries.

An angiogram is a study that an Interventional Radiologist performs in order to have a detailed examination of the arteries or veins

Arteries in the kidneys may be narrowed due to web-like narrowings or build up of plaque in the arterial wall.

Carotid artery stenting is a minimally invasive procedure to open a narrowed carotid artery.

A percutaneous biopsy is a way of taking a tiny sample of tissue from your body, using a special needle passed through the skin. This allows the doctors to look at the sample under a microscope to make a diagnosis and plan your treatment.

Hemorrhoid embolization is an interventional radiology treatment for internal hemorrhoids that offers long-lasting relief from rectal bleeding.

Cistic collection are fluid-filled cavity that can be found in several areas in your body (kidneys, breast, thyroid…).

Performing an interventional procedure imposes a commitment on Interventional Radiologists to conduct the initial patient assessment, determine the best course of therapy, and provide long-term care

If you have had an advanced diagnostic imaging study, such as an MRI or CT scan, and you have questions about or want confirmation of the study, results or diagnosis you have been given, then a second opinion consultation may give you the answers that you need.

Foam sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive technique for men and women to eliminate unsightly varicose veins and spider veins.

It is a minimally invasive treatment used to treat the urinary symptoms that are caused by an enlarged prostate.

Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally-invasive alternative to hysterectomy or myomectomy.

What is ovarian vein embolisation for pelvic venous incompetence?

A varicocoele is an abnormally dilated network of veins in the scrotum. Veins are a low pressure system and rely on valves to return blood back to the heart