Ablation destroys tumor cells with extreme heat (radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation) or extreme cold (cryoablation). The procedure may also reduce the size of a tumor so it can be more easily eliminated by conventional treatment, such as chemotherapy or radiation.

Embolization blocks the blood supply to tumors and allows for direct delivery of cancer treatments through radioembolization or chemoembolization.

Radioembolization is a treatment option that uses embolization to block a tumor's blood supply and radiation to fight the tumor from within. Injecting the radiation directly into the tumor allows us to use a higher dose than traditional radiation therapy, providing more targeted care and the potential for high efficacy.

Chemoembolization is a treatment option that uses embolization to block a tumor's blood supply and chemotherapy to fight the tumor from within. Targeting the tumor directly positions us to effectively reduce the size of tumors and improve symptoms in some cancers.

A chest port is often used in cancer treatments for easy venous access. Our physicians implant the port under the skin, connecting it to a vein through an attached catheter. Chest ports facilitate blood samples and drug injections, usually with less discomfort for the patient and greater ease and accuracy for the care team.

In some cases of cancer and disease, fluid accumulates in the abdomen or pleural space surrounding the lungs. This can cause discomfort, including pain and difficulty breathing. Our interventional radiologists can use a catheter to drain the fluid and ease related symptoms.