Interventional Radiology
Interventional radiology is a specialized medical field that uses imaging guidance to reduce the need for open surgery. Interventional radiology procedures are typically less invasive than traditional surgery, leading to smaller incisions, reduced risk, shorter recovery times, and less pain. Pediatric Interventional Radiology (IR) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) provides a full range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for children with various medical conditions. Here, a specially trained pediatric interventional radiologist will work closely with your child’s physician and is supported by a team of dedicated and highly trained staff who provide efficient, precise and specialized care for your child.
Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
Interventional Radiology at CHOP offers a full range of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. We perform these minimally invasive procedures using imaging tools, reducing the need for open surgery. Your child will be treated in a facility designed to provide specialized care for children.
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Abdominal Drainage -
Abscess Drainage -
Arteriogram -
Arthrogram -
Balloon G-J Tube Replacement -
Biliary Dilatation -
Biopsy -
Cholecystostomy -
Dialysis Fistula or Graft Intervention -
Embolization -
Esophageal Dilatation -
Fluid Aspiration (Paracentesis/Thoracentesis) -
Implantable Venous Port -
Low-Profile Balloon G-J Tube -
Lumbar Puncture -
Lung Biopsy -
Lymphangiography and Lymphatic Embolization -
Nephrostomy Tube -
Nasojejunal Tube (NJ Tube) -
Cecostomy Tube Placement -
Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Placement -
Percutaneous Liver Biopsy -
Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiogram -
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC Line) -
Radiofrequency Ablation -
Botox Injections for Salivary Glands -
Sclerotherapy -
Temporary Central Line -
Therapeutic Joint Injections -
Thrombolysis -
Transjugular Liver Biopsy -
Tunneled Central Line (Tunneled Central Venous Catheter)
Why choose us for Interventional Radiology
At Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, a specially trained pediatric interventional radiologist works closely with physicians and a team of dedicated and highly trained staff to provide efficient, precise and specialized care for your child.
Meet your team
Our team includes a specially trained pediatric interventional radiologist and a team of dedicated and highly trained staff, including registered nurses, radiologic technologists, physician assistants, core technicians, nurse practitioners, clinical coordinators and sedation physicians.
Interventional Radiology locations
We have three IR suites at the Main Hospital on our Philadelphia campus, each with state-of-the-art imaging equipment.
Interventional Radiology resources
We have created resources to help you find answers to your questions and help you and your child prepare for imaging tests.
Patient stories
What to expect
If your child needs to have an Interventional Radiology procedure, this information will help prepare you for the experience.