Vascular Interventional Radiology
Vascular Interventional Radiology Procedures We Offer
You undergo procedures in a state-of-the-art interventional radiology suite with the latest real-time 3D image guidance. This facility helps us deliver safe, accurate, high-quality services.
Procedures we offer include:
- Aspiration drains abscesses, cysts and other types of abnormal fluid collection.
- Biopsy involves taking a tissue sample that’s later assessed under a microscope to help diagnose conditions.
- Embolization blocks the blood supply to and shrinks uterine fibroids and varicoceles.
- Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters are tiny implantable devices that capture blood clots in the lower extremities to prevent them from traveling to the lungs.
- Venous stenting involves placing hollow mesh tubes (stents) that widen narrowed blood vessels and may prevent blockages from forming.
- Thrombolysis delivers medication directly to a blood clot and dissolves it.
Interventional Oncology
We access cancerous growths through the blood vessels and deliver treatments such as:
- Radiofrequency ablation uses a high-frequency electrical current to destroy cancerous tissue.
- Transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) cuts off blood supply to liver tumors by injecting them with high doses of chemotherapy.
- Transarterial embolization (TAE) blocks blood vessels to cut off the blood supply to liver, kidney and other tumors without chemotherapy.
- Yttrium-90 delivers tiny radioactive beads directly to inoperable liver tumors.
Vascular interventional radiology procedures also include venous access and placing chest ports. These options create lasting access to blood vessels that enable you to receive chemotherapy, liquid nutrition and antibiotics without repeated needle pokes.
Why Choose Us for Vascular Interventional Radiology?
Demonstrated Expertise
UMass Memorial vascular interventional radiologists trained at some of the nation’s leading institutions, bringing world-class care to Central Massachusetts. They stay current with the latest research-based methods and hold themselves to the highest standards. This level of service helps our patients consistently achieve outstanding results.
Comprehensive Approach
We typically perform vascular interventional radiology procedures on an outpatient basis, enabling you to return home within hours. Our specialists also provide follow-up care, so you receive more services from providers you already know and trust.
Coordinated Care
Vascular interventional radiologists communicate with primary care providers and other referring physicians to provide seamless services. This collaboration includes timely updates about your diagnosis or treatment response. In some cases, we are part of a multispecialty team and meet regularly with other providers you are seeing to arrange the services you need.
Our Radiology Locations
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
55 Lake Avenue North,
Worcester, MA 01655
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
119 Belmont Street,
Worcester, MA 01605
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Hahnemann Campus
281 Lincoln Street,
Worcester, MA 01605
Harrington Hospital - Southbridge Campus
100 South Street,
Southbridge, MA 01550
Harrington Hospital - Webster Campus
340 Thompson Road,
Webster, MA 01570
Refer a Patient
UMass Memorial providers can place orders or refer patients through EPIC. Community providers can receive assistance through Physician Concierge Services (PCS). You can also reach PCS by calling 800-431-5151 or emailing pcs@umassmemorial.org.
Get Started
Patients can call 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763) to schedule a vascular interventional radiology procedure.