Use of Microwave and Radiofrequency Liver Ablation for the Surgical Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma or Colorectal Liver Metastases Less Than 5 cm

Publication Date: November 13, 2023
Last Updated: November 15, 2023

Summary of Recommendations

The panel suggests MWA and RFA are both safe and feasible. There was insufficient evidence to recommend one modality over another in terms of oncologic outcomes. (C, VL)
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Overview

Title

Use of Microwave and Radiofrequency Liver Ablation for the Surgical Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma or Colorectal Liver Metastases Less Than 5 cm

Authoring Organization

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons