Non-curative radiofrequency and microwave ablation of liver metastasis to control progression of advanced GEP-NEN

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Introduction: Local ablative procedures have so far been limited to curative intended treatment of gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (GEP-NEN). Progression of GEP-NEN usually required start or escalation of systemic therapy.

Aim(s): Here, we retrospectively assessed whether the use of RFA and MWA in a non-curative intent is a beneficial approach for patients with a single progressive liver metastasis and otherwise stable disease.

Materials and methods: Patients, who received a non-curative RFA or MWA, were included in this retrospective study. We evaluated the effectiveness of this therapeutic approach by determination of PFS and the safety by documentation of complications.

Conference: 18th Annual ENETS Concerence (2021)

Presenting Author: Matrood S

Authors: Matrood S, Mahnken A, Gress T, Rinke A,

Keywords: interventional radiology, ablative therapy, neuroendocrine neoplasm,