What is the Role of Radiologists in Cancer Treatment?
Beyond diagnosis, radiologists are instrumental in treatment planning and delivery. Interventional radiologists, a subspecialty within radiology, perform minimally invasive procedures such as image-guided biopsies, ablations, and the placement of catheters for chemotherapy. Radiologists may also be involved in brachytherapy, a form of radiation therapy where radioactive sources are placed inside or near the tumor. These procedures require high precision and are guided by real-time imaging to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
