- Radiology and Molecular Imaging
- Vol: 1 Issue: 1
- High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Treatment for Prostate Cancer
High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Authors : Rüştü Türkay
Pages : 1-4
Doi:10.70087/rami.tui/010108
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Publication Date : 2024-08-10
Article Type : Review
Abstract :High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) represents an emerging minimally invasive treatment modality for prostate cancer. This technology employs focused ultrasound waves to ablate prostate tissue, offering a precise and targeted strategy for the management of localized prostate cancer. The present paper aims to deliver a comprehensive review of HIFU, encompassing its technology, advantages, risks, patient selection criteria, and post-treatment monitoring.Keywords : prostat cancer, prostat imaging, HIFU