Chapter

Interventional Radiology for Colorectal Cancer

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Concepts

1. Interventional Radiology

   "Interventional radiology (IR) has now become a consistent component in the management of patients with colorectal cancer with advanced-stage disease and those who are not candidates for traditional s

2. Thermal Ablation

   "Thermal ablation is one of the main IR techniques, which includes radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation (MWA). These methods are aimed at destroying the tumor by delivering heat direct

3. Cryoablation

   "Cryoablation is a technique that, with the help of extreme cold, causes the tumor cell apoptosis through ice crystal formation and cellular rupture. It is a particularly great method for tumors locat