Treatment
…ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive technique that uses heat to destroy tumors. It was designed to destroy liver tumors, but has proven to be successful at eliminating tumors in other parts of the body. We were the first in the country to explore additional applications for RFA. Today, RFA is used successfully…
Radiofrequency Ablation
…download it now for free. By Damian Dupuy, MD, director of ultrasound, department of diagnostic imaging, Rhode Island Hospital Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive technique that uses heat to destroy tumors. Using CT scan or ultrasound guidance, a small needle electrode is placed directly… related searches:damian dupuy | tumor ablation | rf ablation
Damian Dupuy, MD
…of diagnostic imaging at Rhode Island Hospital and is a pioneer in radiofrequency ablation (RFA). He is also a professor of diagnostic imaging at Brown Medical School. First approved by the FDA in 1997, RFA is a minimally invasive technique that uses heat to destroy tumors. Since its approval, a number… related searches:dupuy | damian dupuy
What Is It?
…needle electrode through a tiny puncture in the skin with guidance from CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound. Microwave ablation and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) are effective cancer treatments that can shrink or eliminate (“ablate”) tumors by destroying them with heat. Cryoablation can ablate tumors by freezing…
Protocol for RFA
GUIDELINES FOR RFA PROCEDURES Preoperative evaluation 1. Pt will meet with the radiologist to discuss the indications and procedure 2. Pt will meet for a consultation with the anesthesiologist prior to the day of procedure. 3. Lab data and consultation from medical sub specialists such as endocrinologist…
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Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) for Skeletal Health and Repair- Pilot Project Grant Program The purpose of the COBRE for Skeletal Health and Repair Pilot Project Grant Program is to support new multidisciplinary research focusing on musculoskeletal tissues, joint health and disease…
Special Programs
…call 401-444-5184. * Radiofrequency ablation, or RFA, a minimally invasive technique that uses heat to destroy tumors, has been used to treat liver tumors. At Rhode Island Hospital, we have taken RFA a step further by broadening its application. RFA has been used successfully to combat breast, kidney… related searches:certificate programs | insomnia | sleep study | apc building
2006 July
…(posted July 17, 2006) * Thermal ablation followed by radiation shown effective for inoperable cancer Read more about the study in JVIR More about RFA More about Radiation Oncology Recent News Coverage July 17, 2006 Combining thermal ablation with radiation therapy extends average life expectancy and…
General News
…(posted July 17, 2006) * Thermal ablation followed by radiation shown effective for inoperable cancer Read more about the study in JVIR More about RFA More about Radiation Oncology Recent News Coverage July 17, 2006 Combining thermal ablation with radiation therapy extends average life expectancy and…
Lifespan News — Recent News Releases
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