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Endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for palliative treatment of hilar cholangiocarcinoma.


ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Recent data support a role for endoscopic radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in unresectable cholangiocarcinoma by improving stent patency and overall survival.

Methods

We describe 3 patients with inoperable cholangiocarcinoma with jaundice and cholestasis who were recommended palliative chemotherapy. They underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with single-operator cholangioscope and intraductal RFA.

Results

The procedures were performed without adverse events in all patients, with clinical and analytical improvement 1 month later.

Conclusions

RFA is a promising and safe palliative treatment in patients with unresectable cholangiocarcinoma.

SUBMITTER: Pereira P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8058389 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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