Global Statement Defining Interventional Radiology—Have We Reached the Tipping Point?

The document "Global Statement Defining Interventional Radiology—Have We Reached the Tipping Point?" discusses the evolution and current state of interventional radiology (IR) worldwide. It highlights the consensus statement developed by various IR societies, emphasizing the clinical evaluation, image-guided therapies, training, certification, research, and professionalism in IR practice. The document underscores the need for global collaboration to advance common strategic goals and promote IR as a distinct subspecialty or primary specialty in medicine. The authors call for continued efforts to prioritize patient care and image-guided therapy in IR practice. [Extracted from the article]