Different effects of intravenous and local anesthesia in patients undergoing ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules: a prospective cohort study.

Shuhang GaoYalin ZhuMengying TongLina WangShuangsong RenLiu RuiFang YangZhiqing LianYing Che

Published in: International journal of hyperthermia : the official journal of European Society for Hyperthermic Oncology, North American Hyperthermia Group (2022)

IV with RSS scores of 2-3 maintained intra-procedural BP and relieved intra-procedural pain better, without affecting the ablation efficacy and increasing complications. Despite increased treatment time, IV is a potential option for patients undergoing US-guided RFA of thyroid nodules.

Keyphrases

radiofrequency ablation
patients undergoing
ultrasound guided
chronic pain
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high dose
neuropathic pain
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