Cryoablation: A minimally invasive technique to freeze tumors & abnormal tissue

Cryoablation involves cold therapy to destroy the tumor cells or abnormal tissue. Also referred to as cryosurgery, it uses liquid nitrogen, argon gas, and cryoprobes to destroy diseased tissue without making large incisions. It serves as an alternative therapy for people who are unable to have surgery. A CT or MRI scan provides real-time visualization to guide the cryoprobe to the target site during these treatments.

Interventional radiology (VIR) is an amalgamation of detection and simultaneous correction of the abnormalities inside the human body. IR procedures are backed by image guidance and minimally invasive technologies, such as cryoablation for various cancers & non-cancer conditions thus, they are safer and better alternatives to conventional open surgeries. Compared to open surgery, patients experience better outcomes in terms of lesser bleeding, infections, and complications. Thus, interventional radiology offers faster recovery with minimal risk and pain.

Who needs cryoablation? 

• In individuals with tumors of small size, in organs such as the liver, kidney, breast, prostate, lung, etc.
• People with certain heart conditions, such as arrhythmias or irregular heart rhythms.
• In individuals with joint-related issues, such as arthritis, where surgery is not an option.
• In individuals with nerve damage causing severe, chronic pain.
• People with skin conditions such as keloids, warts, or other lesions can go for cryoablation therapy.

How is Cryoablation done?

The patient may be given instructions prior to cryotherapy, such as stopping certain blood thinners or any other medications that could interfere with the process. Additionally, the medical practitioner gives a local anesthetic or, occasionally, a general anesthetic.

Following anesthesia, the patient is positioned appropriately, and imaging tests, such as CT or MRI, are performed to access the treatment site and ensure high accuracy. A cryoprobe probe is further inserted through the skin to reach the target area using real-time visualizations. Liquid nitrogen or argon gas from the cryoprobe is then delivered to freeze and damage the abnormal or tumor tissue.

Benefits of Cryoablation:

• An efficient treatment for people who are not eligible for surgery or who have a high risk of surgery.
• A therapy that can be repeated at times, depending upon the condition & need of the patient, with minimal complications.
• Safe procedure with high precision rates & less damage to surrounding tissue.
• Less recovery time.

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