Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) – Tumors in specific organs can now be treated through radiofrequency ablation, which is a relatively new technique. The cancer can be reached through the open, laparoscopic, or percutaneous route, after which a probe is inserted. Once the probe has been placed, the surrounding RF energy will be increased to above the cell’s combustion point, ultimately vaporizing the cells and tissues for complete cancerous cell annihilation. The probes need to be positioned in a manner where the entirety of the tumor is destroyed while also including an additional non-cancerous margin around it for complete success.

Indication

• Liver cancer may be either primary or metastatic.
• Lung: for a less than moderately advanced cancer with only a few tumors.
• Kidney: for small to moderate-sized tumors.
• Additionally, tumors in the uterus or and localized lymphoma, can also be a cause.
• When the aim is to manage pain.
• Bone: greatly assists in alleviating pain from cancer-afflicted bones.

Advantages

• Enhances the chances of survival by effectively treating small carcinomas.
• Controlled by internal burns.
• No physical cuts or invasive procedures are required.
• Pain is virtually non-existent or very minimal post-surgery.
• Can be repeated as necessary to treat new cancer formations.