Comparison of the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation for the treatment of unifocal papillary thyroid microcarcinoma: a retrospective study.

Ning LiYiJie DongYunchuan DingGuihua CuiQing HuaShujun XiaJianQiao Zhou

Published in: International journal of hyperthermia : the official journal of European Society for Hyperthermic Oncology, North American Hyperthermia Group (2024)

RFA and MWA are both efficient and safe methods for treating unifocal PTMC. They may be alternative techniques for patients who are not eligible or are unwilling to undergo surgery.

Keyphrases

radiofrequency ablation
papillary thyroid
lymph node metastasis
ultrasound guided
minimally invasive
squamous cell carcinoma
coronary artery bypass
fine needle aspiration
coronary artery disease
acute coronary syndrome
replacement therapy