SALVAGE RFA FOR MICROWAVE ABLATION HCC WITH GAS GANGRENE

Gas gangrene (GG) is a severe infection typically caused by Clostridium species, often arising post-operatively. Here, we present a case of GG in the liver following microwave (MW) ablation for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), successfully managed with percutaneous Radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Despite initial antibiotic treatment for a suspected anaerobic liver abscess, the patient’s condition deteriorated, necessitating intensive care. Percutaneous drainage failed, and surgical resection was deemed unsuitable. RFA using cool-tip needles effectively treated the GG, demonstrating its potential as an alternative therapy when antibiotics and surgical options are inadequate or unavailable. Early intervention is crucial in such rapidly deteriorating cases.

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Quiz Seventy Six

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What is microwave ablation used for in this context?

To perform non-invasive biopsies

To reduce cholesterol levels

To manage hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)

To treat kidney stones

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What is the purpose of using salvage RFA in the study?

To monitor liver function

To address complications from microwave ablation

To treat gas gangrene

To diagnose HCC

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What complication is associated with microwave ablation in the study?

Heart arrhythmia

Renal failure

Gas gangrene

Internal bleeding

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What is the primary condition being treated in the study?

Breast cancer

Colorectal cancer

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)

Lung cancer

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What does RFA stand for in the context of the study?

Radiographic Focus Adjustment

Recurrent Frequency Application

Radiological Frequency Analysis

Radiofrequency Ablation

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