Radiofrequency thermal ablation

You’ll soon undergo a thermal ablation procedure to remove tumours. This health sheet describes the procedure and reminds you what to do to make sure everything goes smoothly.

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Breast Reconstruction With Your Own Tissue

Insertion Of A Central Venous Catheter or PICC Line

Treating a gynecologic cancer with radiotherapy (uterus, vagina, vulva…

Treating Prostate Cancer With High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy