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Cryoablation

Advanced Tumor Treatment Through Controlled Freezing

What Is It?

Cryoablation is a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment that uses extreme cold to destroy cancerous or benign tumors with precision. A thin needle (cryo-probe) is inserted through the skin under CT, MRI, or ultrasound guidance, and a highly localized ice ball is formed to freeze and ablate the targeted tissue—without the need for open surgery.

Cryoablation is used to treat tumors in multiple locations:

  • Bone (e.g., spine, pelvis, long bones – for pain relief and stabilization)
  • Kidneys (especially small renal masses)
  • Lungs (select pulmonary nodules)
  • Liver (in primary or metastatic disease)
  • Breast ( selected breast lesions)
  • Soft tissues (e.g., desmoid tumors, lymph nodes, muscle-based lesions)

In some bone procedures, cryoablation is combined with cementoplasty, vertebral implants, or percutaneous screws to further stabilize weakened areas.

Key Benefits 

  • Precise tumor targeting with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissues 
  • Excellent pain control for bone metastases 
  • Preservation of organ function (especially kidneys and lungs) 
  • Option for patients who are not candidates for surgery 
  • Repeatable and combinable with other therapies like radiotherapy or systemic treatments 

Preparation 

  • Pre-procedure imaging and oncological/orthopedic evaluation are required 
  • Fasting for 6–8 hours before the procedure 
  • Bloodwork and coagulation tests 
  • Temporary suspension of anticoagulant therapy if bone stabilization or cementoplasty is planned 

Recovery and Expectations 

  • Pain relief usually begins within 24 to 72 hours (for bone tumors) 
  • Mobilization is encouraged early, with partial or full weight-bearing depending on the site 
  • Physical therapy may be advised for functional recovery 
  • In soft tissue and organ ablations, recovery is typically rapid and well-tolerated 

Follow-Up 

  • Imaging control (MRI, CT, or PET-CT) is scheduled within 3 to 6 months 
  • Clinical follow-up is based on symptoms, tumor type, and location 
  • Cryoablation can be repeated if necessary and combined with other treatments in a multidisciplinary approach 

  • Significant pain relief typically occurs within 24 to 72 hours.

  • Early mobilization is encouraged, often with partial weight-bearing.

  • Physical therapy may be recommended based on individual needs.

Cryoablation is safe, effective, and tailored to each patient’s needs, offering a modern and minimally invasive solution to control tumor growth, relieve pain, and improve quality of life.