WILLIAM TOM KUO MD
NPI 1023128428
Radiology - Vascular & Interventional Radiology in Stanford, CA

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

This process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

A needle biopsy of the liver through skin is a procedure where a small tissue sample from your liver is collected using a thin needle. This is done to diagnose liver diseases or conditions. It involves inserting the needle through your skin and into your liver.

A core needle biopsy of the lung or mediastinum is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected using a needle inserted through the skin. This helps in diagnosing lung conditions or diseases in the chest's central cavity. It's a safe and minimally invasive process.

A vena cava filter is a small device placed in your body's largest vein to prevent blood clots from reaching your lungs. Its removal is a minimally invasive procedure, performed under imaging guidance. A radiologist, a doctor specialized in imaging techniques, reviews the procedure.