John Wayne Cancer Institute's surgeons are some of the world's most experienced specialists in this innovative technique. They have published their findings in important medical journals. Radiofrequency ablation destroys tumor cells by delivering an electrical current via a needle. The needle is guided through the skin into the liver tumor, using ultrasonic monitoring, or via small incisions in the skin with the aid of a camera. John Wayne Cancer Institute's surgeons have performed this procedure in more than 190 lesions in 75 patients whose disease was unresectable due to its extent or to the presence of liver dysfunction.
Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells.
New therapies, including biologic therapies, are being incorporated into the treatment of stomach cancer at John Wayne Cancer Institute. These treatments stimulate the body's own immune system to attack cancer cells. Radiation Therapy is of uncertain value in the cure of stomach cancer. Studies show that radiation therapy, like chemotherapy, may reduce recurrence and improve survival when given after surgery. Radiation therapy may also be considered for stomach cancer that has recurred or remained unresponsive to surgery or chemotherapy.