Interventional Oncology
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Precise targeting
A subspecialty of interventional radiology, interventional oncology refers to the use of minimally-invasive tools to directly treat cancer tissue. This method offers the potential for quicker recovery and reduced side effects, due to its precision in delivering the cancer-fighting agent directly to the tumor site. This minimizes the damage to nearby healthy tissue.
Performed successfully, these methods can destroy the cancerous tissue, or reduce symptoms and increase quality of life for patients.
Technology and expertise: Scripps stands out
Scripps patients have access to an effective combination of the latest imaging technology for precise targeting, and trusted physician expertise.
Some procedures in practice include:- Radiofrequency ablation
- Chemoembolization
- Cryoablation
- Magnetically-targeted carriers and doxorubicin
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