Splenic radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of hypersplenism due to portal hypertension: recent progress in clinical research
- VernacularTitle:脾脏射频消融治疗门脉高压性脾功能亢进的研究进展
- Author:
Zhaopeng LI
;
Wei ZHAO
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
radiofrequency ablation;
spleen;
hypersplenism;
portal hypertension
- From:
Journal of Interventional Radiology
2009;18(12):953-956
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Splenic radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a safe, effective and minimally-invasive approach for the management of hypersplenism due to portal hypertension. After RFA, the remnant volume of the spleen will be decreased, the hypersplenism can be corrected, and the hepatic artery blood flow can be significantly increased with resultant marked improvement of liver function; in addition, hypertrophy and regeneration of the liver can be induced. However, many factors can affect the therapeutic results of RFA,therefore, further studies are necessary to clarify the underlying mechanisms.
