Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care01:29

Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care

376
The management of chronic pancreatitis is multifaceted, involving a comprehensive approach that includes thorough assessment, diagnostic testing, and a variety of management strategies.
Assessment:
376
Psychodynamic Perspectives on Personality01:27

Psychodynamic Perspectives on Personality

1.6K
The psychodynamic perspective in psychology asserts that most personality functions operate unconsciously, outside of awareness. This means that the motives and emotions driving behavior often remain hidden, automatically buried in the unconscious mind as a defense mechanism to shield us from psychological distress. According to this theory, the unconscious mind contains thoughts, memories, and emotions that are too disturbing to face directly.
Psychodynamic theorists argue that unconscious...
1.6K
Criticisms of the Evolutionary Perspective01:23

Criticisms of the Evolutionary Perspective

376
In a study where individuals posing as strangers offered compliments and proposed casual sex to students, the responses differed significantly based on gender. Not a single woman accepted the proposal, while 70% of the men agreed. This outcome provides a useful scenario to explore through the lens of evolutionary psychology and social learning theory, highlighting the diverse perspectives on human sexual behaviors.
Evolutionary psychology provides one explanation for these findings, suggesting...
376
The Behavioral Perspective on Personality01:19

The Behavioral Perspective on Personality

838
Behaviorists view personality as primarily shaped by environmental reinforcements and consequences. According to this perspective, behavior is influenced by external stimuli, and individuals adjust their actions based on rewards and punishments. Over time, learning histories — accumulated patterns of reinforcement — play a significant role in shaping personality. Behaviors that lead to positive outcomes are reinforced, while those resulting in negative outcomes are diminished.
838
Social Cognitive Perspective on Personality01:30

Social Cognitive Perspective on Personality

1.0K
Social cognitive perspectives on personality emphasize the importance of conscious awareness, beliefs, expectations, and goals in shaping behavior. These perspectives incorporate behaviorist principles, such as learning through reinforcement and conditioning, but extend beyond them by highlighting human reasoning and planning. Unlike traditional behaviorist views, social cognitive theory focuses on how individuals reflect on their past experiences and plan for future outcomes by considering...
1.0K
Factors Affecting Renal Clearance: Renal Impairment01:17

Factors Affecting Renal Clearance: Renal Impairment

480
Renal dysfunction significantly impairs the renal clearance of drugs, leading to potential complications in drug therapy. Renal failure, which can be caused by various factors, poses a significant challenge in the elimination of drugs from the body.
One condition associated with renal failure is uremia. Uremia is characterized by impaired glomerular filtration and fluid accumulation in the body. This condition hinders the renal clearance of drugs, resulting in drug accumulation and potential...
480

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Fear Leads to Failure and Failure Leads to Fear.

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology·2026
Same author

International multisociety Delphi consensus for liver tumour thermal ablation: margin assessment.

The Lancet. Oncology·2026
Same author

International multisociety Delphi consensus for liver tumour thermal ablation: procedural and practice standards.

The Lancet. Oncology·2026
Same author

Estimating long-term care needs in data-scarce settings: a diagnostic model with evidence from MENA.

Population health metrics·2026
Same author

Treatment Algorithm for Patients with Obesity in India: A Joint Consensus by Endocrine Society of India and Obesity Surgeons Society of India.

Obesity surgery·2026
Same author

Radioanatomical study of the proximity of the sciatic nerve and the pelvic bone.

Surgical and radiologic anatomy : SRA·2026
Same journal

Antifreeze protein type I preserves mitochondrial activity in in vivo-derived sheep embryos after cryopreservation: a stage-dependent effect.

Cryobiology·2026
Same journal

Multi-view cryomacroscopy: A new device for study of cryopreservation by vitrification.

Cryobiology·2026
Same journal

Protective effects of seminal exosomes on cryopreserved sperm via inhibiting oxidative damage.

Cryobiology·2026
Same journal

Identifying a suitable semen cryopreservation protocol for the restricted ovulatory leghorn chicken by screening permeable and non-permeable cryoprotectant agents.

Cryobiology·2026
Same journal

An effective strategy for rare microdissection testicular sperm involves utilizing a micro-cryopreservation technique combined with laser-assisted selection of immotile sperm after thawing.

Cryobiology·2026
Same journal

Study on a novel vacuum sublimation-rehydration thawing method for large yellow croaker (Larimichthys crocea) and effect of sublimation time on thawing performance.

Cryobiology·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 9, 2026

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

1.3K

Renal cryoablation: Multidisciplinary, collaborative and perspective approach.

Mohamed Ismail1, Tommy Kjærgaard Nielsen2, Brunolf Lagerveld3

  • 1Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, UK.

Cryobiology
|June 12, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Renal cryoablation offers a minimally invasive option for small kidney tumors, preserving kidney function while effectively controlling cancer. Modern techniques enhance precision and safety for both laparoscopic and image-guided procedures.

More Related Videos

BioMEMS: Forging New Collaborations Between Biologists and Engineers
07:26

BioMEMS: Forging New Collaborations Between Biologists and Engineers

Published on: November 1, 2007

8.6K
Perspectives on Neuroscience
26:41

Perspectives on Neuroscience

Published on: July 31, 2007

5.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 9, 2026

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

1.3K
BioMEMS: Forging New Collaborations Between Biologists and Engineers
07:26

BioMEMS: Forging New Collaborations Between Biologists and Engineers

Published on: November 1, 2007

8.6K
Perspectives on Neuroscience
26:41

Perspectives on Neuroscience

Published on: July 31, 2007

5.3K

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Renal cryoablation is an established treatment for small renal masses.
  • It preserves renal function and achieves cancer control.
  • The technique has evolved significantly over 20 years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe modern laparoscopic and image-guided renal cryoablation techniques.
  • To highlight key procedural elements and monitoring strategies.
  • To outline post-operative follow-up protocols.

Main Methods:

  • Procedures performed laparoscopically or percutaneously based on tumor characteristics.
  • Involves tumor biopsy, adjacent organ protection (saline/CO2 injection), and argon gas freezing/helium thawing.
  • Utilizes laparoscopic ultrasound or CT guidance with temperature probes and dynamic monitoring.
  • Employs a double freeze/thaw cycle for complete ablation.

Main Results:

  • Laparoscopic approach requires tumor exposure and kidney mobilization; ultrasound is crucial for guidance.
  • Percutaneous approach typically uses CT guidance with methods to protect surrounding organs.
  • Dynamic monitoring and early imaging assess treatment adequacy.
  • Structured follow-up (3, 6, 12 months, then annually) is essential.

Conclusions:

  • Modern renal cryoablation techniques, both laparoscopic and percutaneous, offer effective treatment for small renal masses.
  • These methods preserve renal function and provide oncological control.
  • Careful technique, monitoring, and follow-up are critical for successful outcomes.