• 1. School of Nursing, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu 221004, P. R. China;
  • 2. Infection Management Department, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu 221000, P. R. China;
MAO Yiping, Email: 385524376@qq.com
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Interventional radiology (IR) has developed rapidly since its introduction into our country. More and more patients choose this minimally invasive procedure for treatment, but the incidence of infectious complications and potential mortality following IR procedures should not be underestimated. As the number and breadth of IR procedures grow, it becomes increasingly evident that interventional radiologists and infection control practitioners must possess a thorough understanding of these potential infectious complications and put more emphasis on the quality of care, so as to control the infections and expenses, and maximize the patient safety. This article reviews infectious complications associated with percutaneous ablation of liver tumors, transarterial embolization of liver tumors, percutaneous transhepatic cholangial drainage, and intravascular stents or grafts. Emphasis is placed on incidence, risk factors, and prevention. With the use of these strategies, IR procedures can be performed with reduced risk of infectious complications.

Citation: LI Yang, MAO Yiping. Infectious complications of common interventional procedures. West China Medical Journal, 2019, 34(3): 328-333. doi: 10.7507/1002-0179.201902023 Copy

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