North County Vascular and Interventional (NCVI) is the vascular and interventional division of the North County Radiology Associates (NCRA). At NCVI, you will receive imaging-based diagnosis and treatment from a very experienced team of vascular and interventional specialists. NCVI specialists are all board-certified in Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology. In fact, our interventional… Continue reading VASCULAR AND INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
NCRA interventional radiologists perform the highest volume of mechanical arterial thrombectomy in San Diego for ischemic stroke. Mechanical thrombectomy is an endovascular technique used to remove blood clots from the brain after an ischemic stroke. The procedure involves making a small incision in the groin, doctors then thread thin tubes (catheters) through your blood vessels… Continue reading ISCHEMIC STROKE MANAGEMENT
At North County Radiology, our musculoskeletal imaging specialists provide comprehensive diagnostic services for conditions affecting the spine, joints, and soft tissues. Our team utilizes state-of-the-art imaging technologies to deliver accurate and detailed assessments, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment planning. Our Services X-Ray: Our digital X-ray technology offers quick and efficient imaging of bones, joints,… Continue reading MUSCULOSKELETAL IMAGING
MRI Standard high-resolution MRI scans are typically used for imaging of the brain and central nervous system. However, there are several advanced imaging techniques that are beneficial in diagnosing and managing various neurological conditions, including MR angiography and venography. MR Angiography and Venography are MR methods that produce 2D and 3D images of blood vessels… Continue reading NEURO AND HEAD AND NECK IMAGING
Breast imaging at NCRA encompasses 2D & 3D mammography (Tomosynthesis), breast ultrasound and MRI, Dexa scans, as well as breast biopsies and aspirations. Mammography Mammography is an x-ray examination of the breast used for screening and diagnosing breast cancer. It can be done in 2D or 3D formats. 3D mammography is also called tomosynthesis. Mammography… Continue reading BREAST IMAGING
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that generates images of the body’s internal structures. It works by sending radio waves through a strong magnetic field. Different body structures emit different frequencies of radio waves, which are then mapped and converted into digital images by a computer. MRI is particularly effective for imaging soft tissues… Continue reading MRI
Computed tomography (CT) is a diagnostic imaging test used to create detailed images of internal organs, bones, soft tissue and blood vessels. The cross-sectional images generated during a CT scan can be reformatted in multiple planes, and can even generate three-dimensional images which can be viewed on a computer monitor, printed on film or transferred to electronic media. CT scanning is often the best method for detecting many different cancers since the images allow your doctor to confirm the presence of a tumor and determine its size and location. CT is fast, painless, noninvasive and accurate. In emergency cases, it can reveal internal injuries and bleeding quickly enough to help save lives.
An ultrasound, also known as sonography, is a type of imaging test that uses very high-frequency sound waves to examine the internal organs. It’s a noninvasive procedure that typically takes about an hour, and the results are usually available within the same timeframe. Ultrasound can diagnose a variety of conditions, including pregnancy, benign prostatic hyperplasia,… Continue reading ULTRASOUND
Encompasses noninvasive computed tomography (CT) and nuclear medicine to garner crucial anatomic and functional data regarding the heart for personalized and precise clinical decision making. Cardiac/Coronary CT We use state of the art CT scanners to freeze cardiac motion for advanced visualization of cardiac structures such as the coronary arteries to determine areas of blockages… Continue reading CARDIAC IMAGING
Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty that involves the application of radioactive substances in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. It’s a unique branch of radiology that uses very small amounts of radioactive materials, often referred to as radionuclides or radiotracers, to examine organ function and structure. Unlike traditional radiology that uses external radiation, nuclear… Continue reading NUCLEAR MEDICINE
