What can I expect during radiofrequency ablation?

What can I expect during radiofrequency ablation?

Kenneth W. Chin (M.D., F.A.C.R.) gives expert video advice on: What are the benefits of radiofrequency ablation?; What are the limitations of radiofrequency ablation? and more...

Radiofrequency ablation is usually preformed with intraveneous or general anesthesia. So you should be sleepy during the course of the procedure.The procedure can be preformed with either CT or ultrasound guidance. Local anesthestic is applied to the skin where the needles will be placed in the organ of interest.The procedure usually takes about an hour to two hours to preform. Afterwards you will have an extended recovery period.