Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2762732 | Journal of Clinical Anesthesia | 2013 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation (PRFA) is a minimally invasive procedure used for the treatment of small hepatocellular carcinomas. PRFA is regarded as a much safer alternative to surgical resection or orthotopic liver transplantation. However, serious complications, including cardiac tamponade, have been reported. Two cases of severe cardiac tamponade during PRFA were successfully treated.
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Authors
Eric R. Silverman, Yan H. Lai, Irene P. Osborn, Francine S. Yudkowitz,