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Area of Science:

Oncology
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

Interventional oncology is a rapidly growing field for cancer treatment.
Established therapies include transarterial chemoembolization and ablation for liver, renal, and pancreatic tumors.

Purpose of the Study:

To review recent advancements in interventional oncology techniques.
Focus on chemoembolization and ablation technologies, devices, and strategies.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on interventional oncology.
Focus on thermal ablation, histotripsy, high-intensity focused ultrasound, embolization, and immunotherapy/antiviral therapies.

Main Results:

Chemoembolization and ablation are established, guideline-supported therapies.
Ongoing research aims to improve outcomes and develop novel interventional oncology treatments.

Conclusions:

Interventional oncology continues to evolve with new devices and techniques.
These advancements offer alternatives to traditional surgery for various tumors.