Lung tumour ablation - where are we now?
A Gillams, A Gillams
Abstract
Ablation of lung tumours is the fastest expanding area within interventional oncology. Radiofrequency, laser, microwave and cryotherapy have all been shown to be effective. Which of these ablation technologies becomes the preferred technique for lung tumours remains to be seen.
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Source: PubMed