A small tube is placed through the skin into the abscess using imaging guidance to drain infected fluid.

To treat infections that form pockets of pus, reducing pain and preventing spread.

You’ll receive local anesthesia; mild soreness afterward is common. The drain may stay in place for a few days.

A catheter or stent is inserted into the bile ducts to relieve blockage using X-ray guidance.

To treat bile duct obstructions caused by stones, tumors, or scarring.

Sedation is provided; you may have a drainage bag temporarily. Most patients go home the same day.

A feeding tube is placed through the abdominal wall into the stomach using imaging guidance.

For patients who cannot eat by mouth but need long-term nutrition.

Mild discomfort at the site; tube care instructions will be given before discharge.

A small filter is placed in the large vein (IVC) to catch blood clots before they reach the lungs.

To prevent pulmonary embolism in patients who cannot take blood thinners.

The procedure is quick with minimal discomfort; most filters can be removed later if needed.

A tube is placed into the kidney to drain urine when normal flow is blocked.

To treat urinary obstruction from stones, tumors, or injury.

You’ll have a drainage bag; instructions for care will be provided before going home.

A needle or catheter removes excess fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis) or chest (thoracentesis).

To relieve pressure and improve breathing or comfort caused by fluid buildup.

You’ll feel pressure during fluid removal; relief is usually immediate.

A small device is implanted under the skin and connected to a vein for easy medication access.

For patients needing frequent IV treatments like chemotherapy.

Mild soreness for a few days; the port can stay in place for months or years.