Percutaneous Radiofrequency Ablation of Lung Tumors in Contact with the Aorta: Dangerous and Difficult but Efficient: A Report of Two Cases

Journal Article · Sat Nov 15 00:00:00 EST 2008 · Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/S00270-008-9345-1· OSTI ID:21426345

Thanos, Loukas ^[1]; Mylona, Sofia; Giannoulakos, Nikolaos ^[2]; Ptohis, Nikolaos ^[1]; Galani, Panagiota; Pomoni, Maria ^[2]

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1. 'Sotiria' General Hospital of Chest Diseases, Computed Tomography and Interventional Radiology Department (Greece)
2. Red Cross General Hospital of Athens, Radiology Department (Greece)

Percutaneous imaging-guided tumor ablation is a widely accepted method for the treatment of primary and secondary lung tumors. Although it is generally feasible and effective for local tumor control, some conditions may affect its feasibility and effectiveness. Herein the authors report their experience with two patients with lung malignancies contiguous to the aorta who were successfully treated with radiofrequency ablation, even though it initially appeared highly risky due to the possible fatal complications.

• OSTI ID: 21426345
• Journal Information: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Vol. 31, Issue 6; Other Information: DOI: 10.1007/s00270-008-9345-1; Copyright (c) 2008 Springer Science+Business Media, LLC; ISSN 0174-1551
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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ABLATION
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ARTERIES
BLOOD VESSELS
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CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
DISEASES
ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION
ORGANS
RADIATIONS
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM