Analysis and prospect of microwave ablation for hepatocellular carcinoma
10.3760/cma.j.cn115396-20220811-00258
- VernacularTitle:微波消融治疗肝细胞肝癌的临床应用及展望
- Author:
Zeyu WANG
1
;
Shihua HAO
;
Lide TAO
Author Information
1. 扬州大学附属医院肝胆外科，扬州 225000
- Keywords:
Carcinoma, hepatocellular;
Therapeutic uses;
Physical therapy modalities;
Microwave ablation;
Comprehensive treatment
- From:
International Journal of Surgery
2022;49(12):853-859
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
The global incidence of liver cancer has remained elevated for a long time. As a high-risk country for hepatitis B, China has one of the highest rates of liver cancer in the world. Historically, surgical excision has been the recommended method of treatment for early-stage liver cancer. With the advancement of imaging technology and the growing use of physical treatment in clinics in recent years, microwave ablation has emerged as a new treatment option for patients with small hepatocellular carcinoma and those who have missed the chance for surgery. It is less traumatic, requires less time in the hospital, and is less expensive than the traditional surgery. However, due to several current indication limits and the inability to totally avoid postoperative sequelae, microwave ablation is not appropriate for all patients with liver cancer. This article examines the use, combined therapy, and postoperative consequences of microwave ablation in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma, as well as the potential future direction of development in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma.
