Liver cancer ablation can be performed in two ways: through radiofrequency or cryotherapy. In radiofrequency, the tumor is heated by an electric current, which destroys the cancer cells. In cryotherapy, the tumor is frozen, which also leads to its destruction.
Both procedures are performed with the aid of imaging equipment, which allows the doctor to visualize the tumor and monitor its destruction in real time. Patients who undergo liver cancer ablation generally have a shorter recovery time and less risk of complications than those who undergo open surgery.
However, it is important to emphasize that not all patients with liver cancer are candidates for ablation. Each case must be evaluated individually, taking into consideration the size and location of the tumor, as well as the patient‘s overall health.