The Interventional Radiology Unit at Fondazione Policlinico A. Gemelli in Rome includes radiological diagnostics for emergency pathways (Radiology DEA) and body interventional radiology. This unit performs advanced non-invasive and invasive diagnostic-therapeutic procedures. Interventional Radiology is a modern, ultra-specialized branch of radiology that combines the precision and effectiveness of surgical intervention with minimal invasiveness, avoiding incisions or tissue exposure. Procedures are performed under instrumental guidance (fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, angiography) to ensure targeted treatments with maximum precision, accessing treatment sites through natural pathways (urinary, digestive, vascular systems) or direct, risk-free access (percutaneous).
Applications of Interventional Radiology cover most clinical fields and can be divided into three main areas: vascular, extra-vascular, and oncological. Common activities include:
The unit is a founder of MIOLive (Mediterranean Interventional Oncology Live Congress) and active members of several scientific societies. The team has received numerous awards for clinical and investigative work and has authored over 170 IF-published articles, abstracts, and book chapters.
In 2022, Fondazione Policlinico A. Gemelli was accredited by IASIOS. This accreditation provides patients with the assurance of safe and effective treatment and helps Interventional Oncologists refine and implement their daily practice by offering a comprehensive process of patient care and treatment. The commitment to standardization elevates the quality assurance standards within the field. Through the IASIOS accreditation process, the unit has enhanced and standardized its practice, ensuring that routine Interventional Oncology treatments adhere to high standards of quality.
