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The BackTable Podcast is a resource for interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and other interventional and endovascular specialists to learn tips, techniques, and the ins and outs of the devices in their cabinets. Listen on BackTable.com or on the streaming platform of your choice. You can also visit www.BackTable.com to browse our open access, physician-catered knowledge center for all things vascular and interventional; now featuring practice tools, procedure walkthroughs, and expert guidance on more than 40 endovascular procedures.
Ep. 592 Comparing Thermal Ablation Techniques for Liver Lesions with Dr. Jason Hoffmann
BackTable Vascular & Interventional
52 minutes
19 hours ago
Ep. 592 Comparing Thermal Ablation Techniques for Liver Lesions with Dr. Jason Hoffmann
With the range of interventional modalities that are available for metastatic liver tumors, when should you advocate for thermal ablation at the tumor board? In this episode of BackTable, host Dr. Sabeen Dhand welcomes back Dr. Jason Hoffman, an interventional radiologist from New York University, to discuss tools, techniques, and multidisciplinary collaboration around microwave ablation for liver metastases.
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This podcast is supported by:
Varian
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SYNPOSIS
The physicians discuss the decision-making process behind using microwave ablation for metastatic liver disease, and strategies for advocating for the technology in tumor boards. Dr. Hoffman especially emphasizes the value of educating patients about their options and using thoughtful clinical judgement as an IR. The discussion delves into the benefits and advancements in microwave ablation, including his experience with the Varian system in light of NeuWave’s discontinuation. Dr. Hoffman shares the utility of software guidance, system fusion with CT machines, temperature monitoring, and the ability to achieve a more spherical ablation zone.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction04:39 - Practice Growth11:10 - Microwave Ablation Technology12:43 - Multidisciplinary Approach to Liver Metastases26:48 - Microwave Technology and Probe Placement28:42 - Guidance Software and Technological Integration30:40 - Planning and Intraoperative Decisions40:28 - Future of Microwave Ablation48:35 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
BackTable Vascular & Interventional
The BackTable Podcast is a resource for interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and other interventional and endovascular specialists to learn tips, techniques, and the ins and outs of the devices in their cabinets. Listen on BackTable.com or on the streaming platform of your choice. You can also visit www.BackTable.com to browse our open access, physician-catered knowledge center for all things vascular and interventional; now featuring practice tools, procedure walkthroughs, and expert guidance on more than 40 endovascular procedures.
