Radiofrequency Ablation in Israel

Professor Tamar Peretz

Oncologist

Prostate Cancer - Treatment at Top Ichilov Clinic

According to "The Daily Mail," a unique alternative to surgical treatment for prostate cancer has emerged. Patients have coined the name of this cutting-edge technology – the "miracle needle."

An electrode with a diameter of just 2 mm, with a heated radiofrequency current at the tip, truly resembles a needle. This "needle" targets atypical cells of the prostate tumor while leaving healthy tissues completely unaffected.

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Researchers at the Lee Morfit Institute and specialists at the oncology center conducted clinical trials of the new technique on 60 volunteer patients. The results exceeded all expectations. Without surgical intervention, tumors were destroyed while preserving the functionality of the organ. Patients tolerated the procedure well, experienced no pain, and there were no complications or side effects during the recovery period; potency was maintained, and urination normalized.

All volunteers suffered from prostate cancer; they were young men with localized tumors in the early stages of the disease. Similar studies had previously been conducted on patients with kidney cancer.

Previously, the most effective method for treating prostate cancer was prostatectomy, which is a rather extensive surgery often accompanied by bleeding and nerve damage. With the advent of the "miracle needle," the acute need for surgical assistance has diminished. This is a relief for both patients and specialists.

Currently, the treatment of malignant prostate lesions is performed using ultrasound. This method is also effective and proven, but compared to radiofrequency ablation, it falls short. All oncologists unanimously agree on this after reviewing the research results.

Radiofrequency ablation is performed under the guidance of CT and MRI and is completely safe. An electrode is introduced through the urethra to the site of the cancerous lesion, and a current of 20 watts destroys the cancer tumor.

The potential of the method was also highlighted by Professor Raj Persad from Bristol University. In his opinion, radiofrequency ablation significantly surpasses ultrasound in energy potential. Ultrasound can only destroy tumor cells in less deep tissue layers, and the presence of stones in the bladder can hinder the application of ultrasound. However, for radiofrequency ablation, bladder stones are not a contraindication.

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