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Ablation of adrenal neoplasms

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Adrenal tumors represent a diverse group of neoplasms that include multiple etiologies, each with a different prognosis, malignant potential, and recommended treatment. Percutaneous techniques to treat adrenal neoplasms have been described including radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation, and chemical ablation. This article reviews the various adrenal neoplasms and the techniques of adrenal ablation.

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Beland, M.D., Mayo-Smith, W.W. Ablation of adrenal neoplasms. Abdom Imaging 34, 588–592 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-008-9462-y

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