Thermal Ablation as a Game Changer: It Will Replace 50% of Thyroid Surgeries, Dr. Giovanni Mauri

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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.