Anuradha Samir Shenoy-Bhangle MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Avinash Ranesh Kambadakone MD, FRCR, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Raul Nirmal Uppot MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Ashraf Thabet MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Debra Ann Gervais MD, Abstract Co-Author: Research Grant, Covidien AG

Ronald Steven Arellano MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Percutaneous image guided ablative therapies are increasingly used for treatment of various hepatic malignancies. Availability of various ablative technologies makes it imperative to choose the right ablation technique to achieve a successful outcome and minimize complications. The purpose of this exhibit is to provide the radiologist with a guide to ensure effective ablative treatment of hepatic malignancies.

1. Review the various ablative technologies for hepatic tumors including radiofrequency ablation, microwave ablation, cryoablation, and irreversible electroporation. 2. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each ablative technique. 3. Discuss the indications and technique for ablation of hepatic malignancies using various technologies. 4. Illustrate the various techniques by citing examples of routine and challenging cases in a pictorial review 5. Discuss the principles of effective pre, peri and post procedure management guidelines for each ablative technology.  

Image guided ablation is an established minimally invasive technique associated with low morbidity being increasingly used in the management of patients with hepatic malignancies. Tailoring the most appropriate ablation technology to a particular hepatic tumor is imperative to ensure successful results.

Shenoy-Bhangle, A, Kambadakone, A, Uppot, R, Thabet, A, Gervais, D, Arellano, R, Image Guided Ablation in Hepatic Malignancies: Which, Why, When and How to Do It?.  Radiological Society of North America 2013 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, December 1 - December 6, 2013 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2013/13017933.html