CT-guided cryoablation of both breast cancer and lymph node axillary metastasis

Eur J Gynaecol Oncol. 2011;32(2):224-5.

Abstract

Breast conservation is a major goal of cancer treatment. Many different minimally invasive options have been considered such as cryoablation. This technique is the best visualized of all ablation techniques due to the phase change during ice formation. We describe a case of breast cancer with lymph node axillary metastasis treated by CT-guided cryoablation. Cryoablation may have unique benefits for cost-effective outpatient breast cancer therapy using only local anesthesia and/or mild sedation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Axilla
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Breast Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Cryosurgery / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymph Nodes / diagnostic imaging
  • Lymph Nodes / surgery*
  • Lymphatic Metastasis / diagnostic imaging
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiography