Safety and Feasibility of a Novel Externally Cooled Bronchoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation Catheter for Ablation of Peripheral Lung Tumours: A First-In-Human Dose Escalation Study
Conclusion: Bronchoscopic RFA using an externally cooled catheter is feasible, appears safe, and achieves uniform ablation within the treatment zone. Uncontrolled escape of heated saline poses a major safety risk but can be prevented procedurally through neuromuscular blockade and by limiting irrigation.Respiration
Source: Respiration - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research
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