Image-Guided Diagnostic & Therapeutic Procedures

FNAC, biopsy, and drainage procedures are minimally invasive techniques used for accurate diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions. Using advanced imaging guidance such as ultrasound or CT scan, these procedures help obtain tissue samples, diagnose infections or tumors, and drain abnormal fluid collections safely and precisely.

Our Interventional Radiology team performs image-guided procedures with high accuracy, minimal discomfort, and faster recovery.

What Are FNAC & Biopsy Procedures?

FNAC (Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology)

FNAC is a minimally invasive procedure in which a thin needle is used to collect cells from a lump, swelling, or suspicious lesion for laboratory analysis.

Biopsy

A biopsy involves taking a small tissue sample from an organ or abnormal area to accurately diagnose infections, inflammation, or cancer.

These procedures are commonly performed under ultrasound or CT guidance for better precision and safety.

Conditions That May Require FNAC or Biopsy

  • Thyroid nodules
  • Liver lesions
  • Lung nodules
  • Breast lumps
  • Enlarged lymph nodes
  • Soft tissue masses
  • Kidney lesions
  • Suspected tumors or cancers
  • Infections or inflammatory conditions

Image-Guided Drainage Procedures

Drainage procedures are performed to remove infected fluid, pus, or abnormal collections from the body using minimally invasive techniques.

Common Drainage Procedures

  • Abscess drainage
  • Pleural fluid drainage
  • Abdominal fluid drainage
  • Liver abscess drainage
  • Pancreatic fluid collection drainage
  • Catheter placement for continuous drainage

How Are These Procedures Performed?

Step 1: Imaging Guidance

Ultrasound or CT imaging is used to accurately identify the target area.

Step 2: Needle or Catheter Placement

A fine needle or catheter is inserted through a tiny skin puncture under local anesthesia.

Step 3: Sample Collection or Drainage

Tissue samples are collected for laboratory testing, or abnormal fluid collections are drained safely.

Step 4: Recovery

Most procedures are completed within a short time, and patients can usually return home the same day.

Benefits of Image-Guided Procedures

  • Minimally invasive approach
  • High diagnostic accuracy
  • Faster recovery
  • Reduced pain and discomfort
  • Minimal scarring
  • Lower risk of complications
  • Short hospital stay or daycare procedure
  • Real-time imaging precision

Who May Need These Procedures?

You may benefit from FNAC, biopsy, or drainage procedures if you:

  • Have an unexplained lump or swelling
  • Need confirmation of a diagnosis
  • Have fluid or pus collection in the body
  • Require evaluation of suspected cancer
  • Need minimally invasive treatment for infection or abscess

Why Choose Us?

  • Expertise in advanced Interventional Radiology procedures
  • Accurate image-guided diagnosis and treatment
  • State-of-the-art imaging technology
  • Safe and minimally invasive techniques
  • Personalized patient care
  • Focus on comfort, safety, and quick recovery