Evaluation of efficacy, safety and treatment-related outcomes of percutaneous radiofrequency ablation versus partial hepatectomy for small primary liver cancer meeting the Milan criteria: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

ConclusionsThe overall treatment effects of PtRFA are comparable to PH for small liver cancer. Though patients with PtRFA have a higher long-term recurrence rate, these patients share less complications, few serious adverse event risks, less analgesics needs, shorter hospital stay, and lower costs. PtRFA may be recommended as the preferred treatment of solitary liver tumors < 3 cm in diameter.
Source: Clinics and Research in Hepatology and Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research