Dr Lal Pathlabs H
About Me
Dr Lal Pathlabs H
MBBS
Radiologist
10 Years Experience
Biography
My Clinic
OPD Hours
| Monday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Sunday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM |
Services
Specialised care and treatments offered
INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY PROCEDURES
Interventional radiology involves minimally invasive treatments guided by imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans or ultrasounds. These procedures offer alternatives to surgery through targeted therapies performed via small incisions or needles under precise visualization control.
- Treatments offered: A range including angioplasty (widening blocked blood vessels), embolization (blocking abnormal blood flow), biopsy sampling and tumor ablations.
- The precision allowed reduces recovery times compared with traditional open surgery while minimizing complications risks due mostly to smaller wounds needing less anesthesia.
- The radiologist monitors progress continuously during procedures ensuring safety along with effective delivery of therapy directly at problem sites preventing damage nearby healthy tissue.
- Sedation rather than general anesthesia typically used making outpatient treatment feasible enhancing convenience.
This approach showcases how combining advanced imaging technologies with therapeutic interventions revolutionizes patient care offering effective solutions in complex medical conditions avoiding major operations wherever possible.
MAMMOGRAPHY
Mammography is an X-ray-based screening technique designed specifically for early detection of breast cancer through detailed images revealing abnormal masses or calcifications before symptoms appear. Regular mammograms play an essential role in preventive health care for women starting at recommended ages.
- Pain management: A compression paddle gently flattens breast tissue briefly ensuring clearer images while minimizing discomfort.
- Cancer detection: Mammograms can find cancers too small for physical detection enhancing chances for successful treatment outcomes.
- Bilateral comparison: X-rays capture both breasts enabling comparison between sides identifying subtle differences suspicious for malignancy.
- Addition of ultrasound if needed: If mammography shows questionable areas further ultrasound evaluation improves diagnostic specificity.
- Tumor staging aid: Mammograms provide initial assessment guiding biopsy decision-making where necessary.
This screening tool remains vital globally contributing substantially toward reducing mortality associated with advanced breast cancer diagnoses through early intervention protocols following abnormal findings detected here.
FLUOROSCOPY
Fluoroscopy enables continuous X-ray imaging to observe real-time movement within the body. It is particularly helpful when doctors need dynamic assessment of organs or during guided interventions requiring precise visualization inside the patient’s anatomy.
- Main applications: Swallowing studies evaluating esophageal function, catheter placements during angiography, orthopedic surgeries monitoring bone alignment live.
- Dose management:The procedure involves exposure to low-dose X-rays over short periods balancing diagnostic benefits with radiation risks carefully controlled by trained specialists.
ULTRASOUND IMAGING
Ultrasound imaging uses high-frequency sound waves to produce live images of organs, tissues, and blood flow inside the body. It is a safe, non-invasive diagnostic tool commonly applied in various medical specialties including obstetrics and cardiology.
- No radiation: Ultrasound is considered safe for adults as well as pregnant women because it does not expose patients to ionizing radiation.
- Uses include: Examining fetal development during pregnancy, assessing abdominal organs like liver or kidneys, guiding biopsies or drainage procedures.
- Pulsed sound waves create echoes, which are interpreted by software to form real-time moving pictures of internal structures on a monitor.
- User dependent quality:The skill of the radiologist or sonographer affects image clarity and interpretation accuracy significantly.
This versatile imaging modality provides valuable diagnostic information rapidly while prioritizing patient safety across diverse clinical scenarios.
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) employs magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues inside the body without using ionizing radiation. It is widely used for diagnosing neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular conditions.
- Advantages: Provides superior contrast between different soft tissues compared to other imaging techniques.
- Common uses: Ideal for evaluating brain abnormalities, spinal cord injuries, joint disorders, and tumors.
- Exam process: Patients remain still inside a large magnet during the 20-60 minute scan; sometimes contrast agents are injected to enhance image clarity.
- No radiation exposure: Safe for repeated use but contraindicated for patients with certain metal implants or pacemakers.
- Differential diagnosis: Enables distinction between benign and malignant lesions in many cases based on characteristic signal patterns.
MRI plays a crucial role in modern diagnostics by helping doctors visualize internal structures in great detail with minimal risk to patients.
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT) SCAN
A Computed Tomography (CT) scan is a sophisticated imaging technique used to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body. It is particularly useful for quickly examining complex injuries and detecting various diseases.
- Purpose: Identifies abnormalities such as tumors, fractures, infections, and vascular diseases by generating multiple X-ray images from different angles.
- Procedure: During the scan, patients lie on a table that slides into a doughnut-shaped scanner; the process is painless and usually completed within minutes.
- Diagnosis: CT images allow precise visualization of bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Treatment planning: Helps doctors design treatments by providing clear information about the size and location of lesions or internal injuries.
- After care: Most people resume normal activities immediately after; contrast dye used in some scans may require hydration post-procedure.
This efficient imaging method offers valuable insights that support timely medical decisions and enhances patient outcomes through accurate detection.