Our department specializes in providing advanced minimally invasive procedures for the treatment of various medical conditions using electrocautery and radiofrequency ablation techniques.

Expertise and Services:

1. Electrocautery Procedures: Electrocautery, also known as diathermy, is a surgical technique that uses high-frequency electrical currents to cut, coagulate, or vaporize tissues. Our skilled team of surgeons utilizes electrocautery for a wide range of procedures, including:

   • Hemostasis: Controlling bleeding during surgery by cauterizing blood vessels.
   • Tissue Removal: Excising or debulking tumors, polyps, or abnormal tissues.
   • Wound Closure: Sealing tissue layers after surgery to promote healing and reduce the risk of infection.
   • Dermatologic Procedures: Removing skin lesions, warts, or moles.
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2. Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses high-frequency electrical currents to generate heat and destroy abnormal tissues, such as tumors or abnormal heart tissue. Our department offers radiofrequency ablation for various conditions, including:

   • Liver Tumors: Destroying liver tumors, such as hepatocellular carcinoma or metastatic tumors, using image-guided RFA techniques.
   • Cardiac Arrhythmias: Treating abnormal heart rhythms, such as atrial fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia, by ablating abnormal electrical pathways in the heart.
   • Pain Management: Alleviating chronic pain conditions, such as spinal facet joint pain or osteoarthritis, by ablating sensory nerves or pain generators.

Procedure Overview:

1. Preoperative Evaluation: Patients undergo a comprehensive preoperative evaluation, which may include medical history review, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies to assess the suitability for electrocautery or radiofrequency ablation procedures.

2. Minimally Invasive Techniques: Electrocautery and radiofrequency ablation procedures are typically performed using minimally invasive techniques, which involve small incisions or needle insertions and are associated with less postoperative pain, shorter recovery times, and reduced risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery.

3. Real-Time Imaging Guidance: For radiofrequency ablation procedures, real-time imaging techniques such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI are used to precisely target and monitor the ablation of abnormal tissues while sparing surrounding healthy structures.

4. Postoperative Care: Following electrocautery or radiofrequency ablation procedures, patients receive postoperative care and monitoring to ensure optimal recovery. This may include pain management, wound care, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments for assessment of treatment efficacy and surveillance.