Less contrast, more clarity, innovative visualization technique for management of multiple colorectal liver metastases using microwave ablation through a portal venous access.
Publication/Presentation Date
4-1-2024
Abstract
Colorectal cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, often results in liver metastases, with about half of patients affected. For those ineligibles for surgery, percutaneous microwave ablation (MWA) offers a viable alternative. Conventionally, visualizing liver lesions prior to MWA demands significant IV contrast, often needing repeated sessions. We introduce a technique using minimal IV contrast to treat multiple metastatic lesions simultaneously. A case of a 47-year-old male with stage 4 colorectal adenocarcinoma and multiple liver metastases is presented. Instead of the typical 100-150 cc of IV contrast, our method used just 25 cc, successfully ablating 6 hepatic metastases in 1 session. This approach not only reduces contrast volume but also optimizes treatment efficiency.
Volume
19
Issue
4
First Page
1638
Last Page
1641
ISSN
1930-0433
Published In/Presented At
Trinh, K., Shamim, M. H., & Ghasemi-Rad, M. (2024). Less contrast, more clarity, innovative visualization technique for management of multiple colorectal liver metastases using microwave ablation through a portal venous access. Radiology case reports, 19(4), 1638–1641. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radcr.2024.01.038
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
38327554
Department(s)
Fellows and Residents
Document Type
Article
