There are often no signs of disease. Usually, when symptoms arise, the tumor is already in an advanced stage. Back to Top Therapy Surgery offers the best chance for cure. If the tumor is small and limited to the site of first occurrence, its surgical removal is highly successful. Resection includes the removal of the tumor, plus a margin of normal tissue around the site, to ensure that all the disease is contained.
Cryosurgery uses ultrasonic monitoring to direct a cold probe into the liver tumor.
This freeze-thaw process permanently damages the tumor, causing its cells to die. These tumor cells are gradually reabsorbed by the body. 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.