Cryoablation Treatment
What is cryoablation therapy? Cryoablation therapy is the process of using extremely low temperatures to freeze and destroy diseased tissues, such as cancer cells.
The working principle of cryoablation therapy: During the cryoablation therapy process, a thin needle called a cryoprobe is inserted directly into the cancerous tumor through the skin. Then, gas is injected through the cryoprobe to freeze the tissue and allow it to thaw. The freezing and thawing process is repeated multiple times during each treatment session.
Cryoablation therapy for breast cancer: There is documented evidence that cryoablation therapy has shown significant treatment effectiveness for various stages of breast cancer, including metastatic cancer. Prior to treatment, an examination of each type of cancer is required to confirm the effectiveness of cryoablation surgery. If necessary, patients can request a pathological examination, but it would require a two-night hospital stay.
Advantages of cryoablation therapy:
- Minimally invasive: Cryoablation therapy is less invasive compared to surgery. It typically uses small needle-like applicators, reducing the risk of infection and shortening the recovery time.
- Low risk of complications: Compared to traditional surgery, cryoablation therapy has fewer complications such as minimal scarring and pain, reduced blood loss, and lower risk of infection.
- Local anesthesia: Cryoablation therapy can often be performed under local anesthesia, which is safer and has fewer side effects compared to general anesthesia.
- Preservation of breast tissue: Unlike breast removal surgery, cryoablation allows for the preservation of most of the breast tissue, potentially resulting in better overall cosmetic outcomes.
- Outpatient procedure: Cryoablation therapy is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, reducing hospitalization time and related costs.
- Real-time imaging: The procedure is usually guided by ultrasound or other imaging techniques, allowing for precise targeting of cancer cells.
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