Electrolysis and other local ablative treatments for non-resectable colorectal liver metastases
Date
2002
Authors
Teague, B.
Wemyss-Holden, S.
Fosh, B.
Dennison, A.
Maddern, G.
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ANZ Journal of Surgery, 2002; 72(2):137-141
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Benjamin D Teague, Simon A Wemyss-Holden, Beverley G Fosh, Ashley R Dennison and Guy J. Maddern
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Abstract
The present paper is a review of the current ablative treatment options for the treatment of colorectal liver metastases. Cryotherapy, microwave coagulation therapy, radiofrequency ablation and laser-induced thermotherapy are discussed. Electrolysis, a novel non-thermal ablative treatment, is described. Potential benefits of electrolysis include the apparent ability to safely and effectively treat lesions abutting major hepatic structures and the lack of a systemic inflammatory reaction following electrolytic ablation. Further studies in animals and humans are needed to confirm this potential and to further refine the methods of electrolytic treatment of colorectal liver metastases.