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Introduction
⦿ Host: Welcome by the host of the RFAMD podcast.
⦿ Guest: Introduction of Dr. Giovanni Mauri, a medical professional from Milan, Italy.
Dr. Mauri's Journey into Medicine
⦿ Childhood Influence: Inspired by his father, a radiologist.
⦿ Career Choice: Fascination with radiology and interventional radiology.
⦿ Family Background: His father worked in diagnostic radiology in an oncological hospital.
History of Ablation in Italy
⦿ Early Adoption: Discussion of pioneers in ablation treatments in Italy, starting in the 1980s.
⦿ Development: The evolution of ablation techniques, from ethanol ablation for liver cancers to radiofrequency ablation.
Dr. Mauri's Specialization
⦿ Scope of Ablation: Treating various cancers (liver, kidney, lung, bone, soft tissues) with thermal ablation.
⦿ Focus on Thyroid Ablation: Special emphasis on treating both benign and malignant thyroid diseases.
Patient Success Stories
⦿ Personal Case: A female patient treated multiple times for lymph node metastasis, avoiding further surgery.
⦿ Impact on Patients: Emphasizing the success and life-changing effects of successful thyroid ablation treatments.
Thyroid Surgery vs. Ablation
⦿ Patient Perspective: Benefits in terms of invasiveness and future hormonal treatment.
⦿ Medical Community: Surgeons appreciating the option of ablation to manage resources and time effectively.
Global Trends in Thyroid Ablation
⦿ FDA Approval: The significant impact of FDA approval in the U.S. in 2018.
⦿ Rapid Growth: Thyroid ablation as the fastest-growing field in ablation treatments worldwide.
Dangers of Rapid Growth
⦿ Training and Expertise: Emphasizing the necessity of proper training and the risks posed by inexperienced practitioners.
⦿ Comparison of Techniques: Differences between traditional surgery and ultrasound-guided ablation procedures.
Pioneers in Thyroid Ablation
⦿ Innovations: Introduction of specifically designed needles and techniques in Korea and Italy. ⦿ Global Adoption: The spread of thyroid ablation practices to countries like South America, North America, and Europe.
Risks of Thyroid Ablation
⦿ Medical Risks: Potential damages during the procedure, such as bleeding or nerve damage.
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