Patient Information Leaflets
These leaflets have been prepared by members of the British Society of Interventional Radiology (BSIR) Communications Committee in 2024-2025.
They are intended as information leaflets for patients who are recommended to have any one of these specific interventional radiology procedures. They should facilitate informed debate between patients and clinical staff. They are not definitive, and BSIR cannot accept any legal liability arising from their use. We aim to make the information as up to date and accurate as possible, but please be warned that it is always subject to change. Patients should therefore always check specific advice on the procedures or any concerns they may have with their doctor.
THIS PAGE IS CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. MORE PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLETS WILL BE ADDED SHORTLY.
Copyright
© The British Society of Interventional Radiology (BSIR) 2025. Permission is granted to modify and/or re-produce these leaflets for purposes relating to the improvement of health care provided that the source is acknowledged and that none of the material is used for commercial gain. If modified, the BSIR logos should not be reproduced. The material may not be used for any other purpose without prior consent from the Society.
Specific treatments
The Society cannot respond to individual enquiries regarding the specific treatments for individual patients as these decisions require a proper doctor patient relationship with full knowledge of the clinical history and other salient facts. This can only be achieved through a clinical consultation.
Questions regarding whether and when a treatment is recommended or concerning cost effectiveness are in the remit of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) and specific recommendations can be viewed on the NICE website http://guidance.nice.org.uk
Patients seeking treatment in a geographical area should consult the Find a Doctor facility on the left.