Clinical Effectiveness and Potential Survival Benefit of US-Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Therapy in Patients with Advanced-Stage Pancreatic Cancer.

CONCLUSION:  In patients with advanced pancreatic cancer and otherwise limited treatment options, HIFU resulted in significant early and long-lasting pain relief and tumor size reduction over time independent of metastatic status. Clinical data suggest an additional potential survival benefit.
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Source: Ultraschall in der Medizin - April 17, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Marinova M, Huxold HC, Henseler J, Mücke M, Conrad R, Rolke R, Ahmadzadehfar H, Rauch M, Fimmers R, Luechters G, Cuhls H, Radbruch L, Schild HH, Strunk H Tags: Ultraschall Med Source Type: research