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Radiofrequency ablation
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) can be used to treat a variety of conditions. Interventional radiologists use it to treat tumors in a variety of organ systems, including the liver, kidneys, lung and adrenal glands, and in bones.
The procedure:
You will be given a sedative or general anesthesia. The doctor will insert a probe or catheter fitted with an electrode into the affected area. The probe delivers radiofrequency energy, causing heat that destroys diseased tissue while sparing healthy surrounding tissue.
RFA Advantages:
- Minimally invasive treatments that can usually be done on an outpatient basis.
- The heat generated by radiofrequency treatment also closes blood vessels, reducing bleeding.
- Can be used to treat inoperable tumors, especially involving the liver and kidney.
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