Percutaneous microwave ablation of renal masses in a UK cohort.

Joseph B JohnMoira AndersonThomas DuttonMark StottMalcolm CrundwellRhys LlewelynAndrew GemmellRory BufacchiAlexander SpiersNicholas Campain

Published in: BJU international (2020)

We describe the largest UK series of MWA treatment for T1a/small T1b renal masses to date. MWA was well tolerated, with 95% discharged the following day and low complication/re-admission rates. Current follow-up demonstrates favourable disease control. MWA appears to be safe and effective and should be considered in future prospective comparisons of treatments for T1a/small T1b renal masses.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
fine needle aspiration
radiofrequency ablation
contrast enhanced
emergency department
cross sectional
contrast enhanced ultrasound
minimally invasive
atrial fibrillation