Types of ultrasound-guided procedures

1. Ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) and biopsy are procedures that use ultrasound imaging to guide a needle into a suspicious area of tissue or lump, such as a thyroid nodule or breast mass, to collect a sample for laboratory testing. These procedures can help diagnose conditions such as cancer, infections, and other abnormalities.
   
   
2. Ultrasound-guided pleural and ascites tap are procedures that use ultrasound imaging to guide the placement of a needle or catheter into the chest or abdominal cavity, respectively, to drain fluid collections. These procedures can help alleviate symptoms such as pain and swelling and may be used to diagnose conditions such as infections, cancers, and other abnormalities.
   
   
3. Ultrasound-guided ovarian cyst aspiration is a procedure that uses ultrasound imaging to guide the placement of a needle into an ovarian cyst to drain the fluid and relieve symptoms such as pain and discomfort.
   
   
4. Pigtail placement is a procedure that uses ultrasound imaging to guide the placement of a thin tube (pigtail catheter) into the chest or abdominal cavity to drain fluid collections over a period of time. This procedure may be used to manage pleural effusions, ascites, or other fluid collections.

At Atlas Medical Diagnostic Centre, our team of experienced and skilled radiologists and interventional specialists use the latest ultrasound technology to perform these procedures with precision and accuracy. We also ensure that our patients are comfortable and informed throughout the entire process.

Ultrasound-guided procedures are generally safe and well-tolerated. They do not involve ionizing radiation, and there is minimal discomfort associated with the procedure. However, as with any medical procedure, there are potential risks and complications that our team will discuss with you before the procedure.