Facilitated by Dr. Jeffrey Cadeddu, Dr. Hiran Fernando and Dr. James Willis, this course will showcase the latest innovations in non-surgical treatment of solid tumor cancers.  Via a combination of compelling documentary-style case presentations and patient demonstrations, physician commentary, 3D animation, written content and still images, participants will enjoy a highly interactive educational experience.  This course is intended for oncologists and other health care professionals interested in non-surgical treatment of solid tumor cancers.  There is no fee for this activity.

When you have finished reviewing this program, you should be able to...

  • Describe how RFA has developed into a safe and effective means of destroying cancerous tissue.
  • State the indications and contraindications for RFA in cancer therapy.
  • List the advantages, disadvantages, and challenges in using RFA to treat solid-tumor cancers
  • Describe the steps involved in administering RFA to patients with tumors located in the liver, kidney and lung.
 
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Intended for oncologists, this course will showcase the latest innovations in non-surgical treatment of solid tumor cancers.
 
Via a combination of compelling documentary-style case presentations, physician commentary, 3D animation, written content and still images, participants will enjoy a highly interactive educational experience.  There is no fee for this activity.
  RELEASE DATE: May 21, 2006

  EXPIRATION DAT: April 1, 2009

  ESTIMATED TIME: 1 hr
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