Vascular & Interventional Radiology Services
Vascular and interventional radiology (VIR or IR) provides cutting-edge treatments for many conditions, including uterine fribroids, cancer, and peripheral arterial disease. Our dedicated team of vascular and interventional physicians use image-guidance to perform minimally invasive vascular treatments. If you have a medical condition that can be diagnosed or treated with VIR, this advanced treatment approach is available to you—right here in Maine.
Conditions Treated
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Fibroids are noncancerous smooth muscle tumors of the uterus.
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) usually results from the hardening of the arteries associated with cholesterol deposits.
Varicose Veins
Varicose vein disease is common and may result in mild cosmetic changes in the legs.
Prostate Conditions
Prostate conditions can affect men of any age.
Cancer
Interventional radiology techniques are quickly becoming standard therapies for cancer treatment.
Spinal Compression Fractures
Spinal compression fractures occur when the vertebral body in the spine collapses, which can lead to severe pain, deformity, and loss of height.
Deep Vein Thrombosis
DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs.
How Vascular and Interventional Radiology Procedures Work
With VIR, the interventional radiologist uses ultrasound, x-rays, fluoroscopy or CT scanning to guide catheters, needles or other devices to the treatment site inside your body.
Instead of the large incisions required by traditional open surgery, VIR procedures are performed through small, often tiny incisions. As a result, you benefit from:
- Less pain and bleeding
- Lower risk of complications
- Faster recovery and earlier return to work
- Lower cost since most procedures are done on an outpatient basis
- Better cosmetic result with less scarring
Spectrum Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Our Vascular and Interventional Radiology office is conveniently located at 33 Sewall St., Portland, ME.
Spectrum also partners with Maine’s leading hospitals and health systems throughout Maine to provide the highest-quality specialty services. Some of our physicians only see patients at our partner hospitals including Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Maine Medical Center, Southern Maine Health Care, and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.
