OBJECTIVE: We report on a new technique for percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of tumors in the upper pole of kidneys in the presence of intervening lung parenchyma. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of tumors in the upper pole of kidneys with intervening lung parenchyma can be accomplished successfully using a transthoracic approach through an iatrogenic pneumothorax. This technique allows for precise placement and repositioning of the radiofrequency electrode under CT guidance without repeated puncture of the visceral pleura.
OBJECTIVE: We report on a new technique for percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of tumors in the upper pole of kidneys in the presence of intervening lung parenchyma. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of tumors in the upper pole of kidneys with intervening lung parenchyma can be accomplished successfully using a transthoracic approach through an iatrogenic pneumothorax. This technique allows for precise placement and repositioning of the radiofrequency electrode under CT guidance without repeated puncture of the visceral pleura.
Authors: Matthew Seager; Shankar Kumar; Emma Lim; Graham Munneke; Steve Bandula; Miles Walkden Journal: Br J Radiol Date: 2020-09-22 Impact factor: 3.039
Authors: Edward W Lee; Robert D Suh; Michelle R Zeidler; Irene S Tsai; Robert B Cameron; Fereidoun G Abtin; Jonathan G Goldin Journal: Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol Date: 2009-02-05 Impact factor: 2.740