Local coagulation / ablation therapies for liver metastases – Microwave

Microwave coagulation therapy (MCT) for liver tumors had initially developed in Japan and now is spreading worldwide. Microwave thermosphere ablation is a new concept using cooling antenna to create a larger spherical necrotic area. Recently, the indications of MCT is spreading from hepatocellular carcinoma to liver metastases. MCT is recommended only for patients with unresectable colorectal liver metastases (CRLM); ≤ 3cm and ≤ 3 nodules in...