Ablation

Ablation is a treatment method used in medicine to eliminate certain diseases such as cardiac arrhythmia, cancer, epilepsy and others. This method is based on destroying certain tissues in the body by heating, freezing or using chemicals.

One of the most common types of ablation is radiofrequency ablation. This method is used to treat cardiac arrhythmias. During the procedure, the doctor inserts a thin, flexible catheter through a vein into the area of ​​the heart that is causing the arrhythmia. The doctor then uses an electrode that heats the heart tissue to a high temperature, killing the tissue. This reduces or completely eliminates arrhythmia.

Another type of ablation is cryoablation. This method is used to treat cancer and other types of malignant tumors. During the procedure, the doctor inserts a flexible catheter that freezes the tumor. Frozen tissue dies and is later excreted from the body.

Another type of ablation is chemical ablation. This method is used to treat epilepsy. The doctor injects special chemicals into the brain tissue that destroy certain nerve connections that cause epileptic seizures.

Ablation can be an effective treatment, but it is not suitable for all conditions. Before deciding to undergo ablation, you should discuss all possible risks and side effects with your doctor.