Cryoablation For Pancreatic Cancer

Key Advantages of Cryoablation in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment^(1-5)

• Precise and Safe Tumor Ablation

Guided by ultrasound and CT, cryoablation enables real-time monitoring of ice ball formation for precise tumor targeting, safeguarding vital vessels and tissues, and greatly reducing puncture-related complications like pancreatic fistula and bleeding

• Minimally Invasive, Short Procedure Time, and Fast Recovery

Minimally invasive with shorter procedure time, cryoablation causes less trauma and enables faster recovery and reduced hospital stay, making it ideal for advanced patients unsuitable for major surgery

• Stimulates Antitumor Immune Response and Promotes Combination Therapy

Cryoablation-induced tumor destruction releases abundant antigens that activate the immune system, supporting tumor control. Combined with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy, it enhances treatment efficacy and improves survival.

References

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2. Qian, Z. et al. (2021). The clinical study of intraoperative cryoablation therapy and intraoperative combined cryoablation and hyperthermia in the treatment of unresectable pancreatic cancer. Journal of Nanjing Medical University (Natural Sciences), 41(8), 1203–1207. 

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5. Zhang, C. et al. (2024). Perioperative outcomes and long-term survival of cryosurgery on unresectable pancreatic cancer: a meta-analysis. PMC, PMC11254304.