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Focused therapy: laser ablation of prostate tumor
A laser needle and sensor are inserted into the target tissue under ultrasound guidance. The laser needle gently heats tissue causing coagulation necrosis. Requiring only local anesthesia, patients experience minimal to no downtime. Text and pic credit: Avenda Health.
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