Specialist in Radiology in Karlsruhe (Baden-Württemberg): Prof. Dr Peter Reimer

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Prof Dr Peter Reimer is a specialist in radiology and director of the Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology at the Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe.

The Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, accredited by the International Accreditation System for Interventional Oncology (IASIOS), and its competent team led by Prof Reimer, offers the full range of modern radiology services, including diagnostic imaging and interventional (minimally invasive) therapy for a wide range of human diseases.

The Latest Vascular Treatments for Circulatory Disorders

Throughout a lifetime, biological inclusion body processes can gradually lead to the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels in the entire body. These so-called stenoses can affect, for example, the abdominal aorta or arteries in the legs and cause muscle pain when under stress. Vessels leading to the kidneys can also be blocked by inclusion bodies, causing severe blood pressure crises and secondary damage through a feedback mechanism. Similarly, stenoses of individual intestinal arteries can lead to gastrointestinal complaints or the death of intestinal sections.

Therefore, it may be advisable to consult an interventional radiology specialist early to prevent such severe complications. At the Städtisches Krankenhaus in Karlsruhe, patients with such complaints are treated individually and routinely by the team led by Prof. Reimer, using the most modern methods. In most cases, a catheter is inserted through the femoral artery to the site of the blockage in the vascular system so that medication can be administered, blood clots removed, and stents implanted locally.

Prof Reimer is considered an expert in interventional radiology, with the additional qualification "EBIR/European Board Interventional Radiology" from CIRSE and a specialization in neuroradiology.

Precise Diagnostics: CT and MRI for Examinations of the Heart and Internal Organs

In addition to interventional procedures, the entire spectrum of diagnostic radiology is available at the Städtisches Klinikum in Karlsruhe. Professor Reimer uses computed tomography to produce high-resolution cross-sectional images of the body that provide information about the structure of the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and other organs. This is particularly important when examining vascular diseases, tumors, or inflammations. CT also plays a crucial role in evaluating vascular changes such as aneurysms or arterial constrictions.

Magnetic resonance imaging does not use radioactive material. It provides an even more precise image of soft tissue and organs, making it an indispensable tool for examining the cardiovascular system and internal organs. In particular, Prof Dr Reimer uses cardiac MRI to assess heart diseases such as heart attacks and heart valve problems to plan the best possible treatment.

Vascular Embolization: Help with Aneurysms or Vascular Malformations

Prof Dr Reimer is a recognized expert in vascular embolization for aneurysms and vascular malformations. He also successfully uses this minimally invasive technique in emergencies to prevent dangerous bleeding. He can close the affected vessels without needing major surgery using the most modern procedures, such as embolization with special tissue adhesives. The frightening expansion of aneurysms can also be effectively prevented by using metal spirals or flow diverters. Prof Reimer uses image-guided techniques such as CT, MRI, and X-rays to navigate to the incident site, enabling him to identify the exact location of the vascular malformations and carry out precise treatment.

Gentle Biopsy Procedure for Diagnosing Prostate Cancer and Breast Cancer

Prof Dr Reimer has also earned an excellent reputation as an expert in the diagnosis of prostate cancer and breast cancer. In particular, Prof Dr Reimer can make a reliable diagnosis using highly developed, minimally invasive techniques, such as a precise prostate biopsy or a breast tissue biopsy. This optimizes the treatment options for these common cancers.

He relies on the latest image-guided techniques such as ultrasound, CT, and MRI for targeted removal of tissue samples. These methods allow samples to be taken from suspicious tumor sites without the need for open surgery.

Targeted Pain Therapy for Joints, Tendons, and Spine

The Städtisches Klinikum in Karlsruhe can draw on many years of experience treating pain patients. Prof Reimer uses the large-scale equipment in his radiology arsenal to block the transmission of pain with great precision. Image-guided injections (e.g., periradicular injection (PRT) or epidural injections) or embolization treatments of diseased vessels of joints or tendons (e.g., for arthrosis pain in small and large joints or overuse complaints of tendons) are used for this. As part of these therapies, painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs are injected directly into the nerve root at the spinal cord, or vessels in joints or tendons are treated temporarily without damaging the surrounding tissue. Prof Dr Reimer can determine the exact position of the injection using radiological imaging, thus ensuring maximum effectiveness and safety. These techniques are particularly successful for degenerative diseases of the spine and painful joint and tendon complaints.

Interventional Oncology: Tumor Treatment by Minimal Intervention

Prof Dr Reimer is considered a leading specialist in interventional oncology and has broad experience in advanced minimally invasive procedures such as SIRT (selective internal radiation therapy) and TACE (transarterial chemoembolization).

SIRT involves injecting radioactive microspheres directly into the tumor's blood supply. These microspheres are equipped with radioisotopes that emit radiation to destroy tumor tissue while leaving healthy tissue largely untouched selectively.

TACE combines targeted chemotherapy with embolization, in which the blood supply to the tumor is interrupted. Without a supply of nutrients from the blood, tumor growth is stopped, and the effect of chemotherapy is enhanced. Both procedures are used in particular for liver tumors and metastases and offer a less invasive alternative to open surgery, reduce recovery time, and minimize the risk of complications.

Please visit the website of the Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology at the Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe for more information.