This book is a practical resource for the current applications of interventional radiology in the care of female patients. Divided into seven main sections, the book opens with an introduction to the role of interventional radiology in women's health, discussing such topics as specific concerns relevant to the female patient and safety considerations related to the provision of care. The sections that follow address common clinical problems and conditions unique to women, including uterine fibroids, infertility, pelvic pain, osteoporosis, and varicose veins. A final section describes interventional procedures for treating breast cancer and offers key recommendations for further practice development.//Features://Clinical review of each disease entity at the beginning of each section//Detailed discussion of specific procedures with descriptions of indications, evaluation, techniques, and possible complications//Insights from leading specialists in such fields as obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, and orthopedics presented in Clinical Perspective chapters// An indispensable reference for interventional radiologists, this book will also be valuable for all physicians involved in the care of women, including obstetricians and gynecologists.//In summary, the book is a well organized and informative resource for medical professionals of all levels. - Academic Radiology//In conclusion, the book is a useful guide for the gynecologist, the internist, and the orthopedist, among others, called to decide on the best diagnostic and therapeutic course for the patients coming to their observation, each one presenting with different clinical findings. - Clinical Imaging//A valuable addition to the departmental or personal libraries of those offering an interventional service to women. - RAD Magazine//Interventional Radiology in Women's Health provides a comprehensive review of interventional radiology techniques as they specifically relate to women's health care...Each section is organized by the organ or system targeted for intervention. Sections include detailed discussion of procedures for the treatment of disorders affecting the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, spine, venous system, and breasts. One of the many strengths is the clinically oriented approach. Each topic is presented in a clear, straightforward, and clinically useful manner. The structure allows for the information to be seamlessly incorporated into clinical practice...The book is both interesting and easy to read, with concise, cohesive writing throughout. The text is supplemented with well-organized charts and high-quality images, including angiographic, sonographic, and magnetic resonance images...recommend[ed].--Journal of the American Medical AssociationAn excellent text...well edited and integrated...valuable and instructive to radiologists, gynecologists and other clinicians...well-written.--ADVANCE ofr Imaging & Radiation Oncology[Four out of four stars] A comprehensive yet concise text encompassing the gamut of interventional radiology procedures specific to women...excellent...comprehensive information about the pathophysiology and symptomatology...a plethora of very valuable and insightful pearls...very well organized...The high-resolution illustrations reiterate and clarify the text...well-detailed pathologic and procedural explanations...well organized and informative resource for medical professionals of all levels...[the] high-resolution images [are] very helpful...highly recommended.--Academic RadiologyMost of the contributors are teaching and practicing radiologists, but others represent the wide range of other specialties in which radiology is used for intervention. The emphasis is on either disorders and systems unique to women, or those that present differently for men and women.--SciTech Book News