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RF ablation successfully treats focal adrenal tumors


 

EXPERT ANALYSIS AT AACE 2016

Dr. Lawrence concurred, based on her case study and literature review. She said RF ablation “offers patients a minimally invasive option for treating focal adrenal tumors” and is a “safe and effective procedure … in patients who are poor surgical candidates or refuse adrenalectomy.” More long-term follow-up studies are needed before RF ablation could replace adrenalectomy, she noted.

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