What are Minimally Invasive Image-guided Procedures (MIIPs)?
MIIPs are cutting edge solutions...without the cutting! MIIPs are not surgery. By using medical images like x-rays to see inside the body, specialized doctors can treat major diseases through a pinhole.
What to talk about with your Interventional Radiologist or other MIIP specialist
Risks, benefits, and alternatives to the procedure (including anticipated down time and potential side effects)
Prescription and over-the-counter medications you are taking
Don't forget to mention if you are on any blood thinners and aspirin
Don’t forget to mention herbal supplements
Don’t forget to mention recreational drugs and alcohol
Allergies
Other medical conditions
Any recent illnesses
Before the MIIP
You will be told not to eat or drink anything for 6-12 hours before your MIIP.
You may be told that you can take your usual medications with a sip of water on the morning of your procedure.
What can I expect?
You will change into a hospital gown
A small intravenous (IV) line will be placed in your arm so you can get medicine
You will be positioned on the imaging table
For most MIIPs, you will lie flat on your back
Your skin where the procedure will be performed will be shaved (if necessary) and cleaned
If your MIIP is done with moderate sedation, the nurse will give you medicine to make you drowsy
Most MIIPs take 1-2 hours, but more complex MIIPs can take longer
For most MIIPs, you will stay for 1-4 hours afterwards for observation then go home the same day
For some MIIPs, you will stay the night and go home the next day
What should I expect after the MIIP?
You may have mild tenderness where the doctor was working
Recovery and symptoms depend on the MIIP – ask your doctor for details
If any of these occur after your MIIP, call your clinician / doctor:
Fever
Chills
Worsening bruising, swelling or pain where the procedure was done
Pain
Difficulty breathing
Chest pain
If you have any concerns