Interventiivisissa

Interventiivisissa is a Finnish term that translates to "interventional" in English. It is primarily used in a medical context to describe procedures that are minimally invasive and involve entering the body through small incisions or natural orifices to diagnose or treat a condition. These interventions are often performed using imaging guidance, such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI, to precisely locate the area of concern and navigate instruments.

Examples of interventional procedures include angioplasty and stenting to open blocked blood vessels, biopsies to obtain tissue samples for diagnosis, and embolization to block blood flow to tumors or abnormal vessels. Compared to traditional open surgery, interventional techniques generally result in shorter recovery times, reduced pain, and a lower risk of complications for patients. The field of interventional radiology and interventional cardiology are major areas where these techniques are applied. The focus is on achieving therapeutic or diagnostic goals with the least possible disruption to the patient's body.