Percutaneous osteoid osteoma ablation
Percutaneous destruction of an osteoid osteoma (benign painful bone tumor) by RF or cryoablation.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Osteoid osteoma is a benign bone tumor mainly affecting young adults, causing typical nocturnal pain relieved by aspirin. Percutaneous ablation is the gold standard.
Procedure
Under general anesthesia and CT guidance, a needle precisely targets the nidus. RF (90°C for 6 min) or cryoablation destroys the tumor. Duration: 30-60 minutes.
Risks
Fracture (rare), skin burn, nerve injury (spinal location), recurrence (5%).
Recovery
Same-day discharge. Pain resolution within days. No routine follow-up imaging.
Practical information
General anesthesia. Hospital stay: one to two nights.
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
2 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne