Radiofrequency ablation: technique and clinical applications.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-2012
Abstract
Radiofrequency ablation is the most commonly used percutaneous ablation technique and well-documented in the literature on focal therapies. It has become the image-guided ablation method of choice because of its efficacy, safety, and ease of use. Radiofrequency ablation has shown promise in treating selected solid tumors, particularly those involving the liver, kidneys, lungs, and the musculoskeletal system. It is a minimally invasive technique often used in inoperable patients with other comorbidities. Radiofrequency ablation requires a minimal hospital stay or can be performed on an outpatient basis. The aim of this article is to review radiofrequency ablation techniques and their clinical applications.
Volume
18
Issue
5
First Page
508
Last Page
516
ISSN
1305-3612
Published In/Presented At
Tatli, S., Tapan, U., Morrison, P. R., & Silverman, S. G. (2012). Radiofrequency ablation: technique and clinical applications. Diagnostic and interventional radiology (Ankara, Turkey), 18(5), 508–516. https://doi.org/10.4261/1305-3825.DIR.5168-11.1
Disciplines
Diagnosis | Medicine and Health Sciences | Other Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment | Radiology
PubMedID
22407695
Department(s)
Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Medical Imaging
Document Type
Article