Q: is a radiofrequency ablation of a benign aldosterone producing adenoma < 2.0cm technically feasible?

Not that I'm aware: Hi. I've never heard of RF ablation being used in the case of an adrenal adenoma. maybe it's being done experimentally somewhere, but it's not an accepted treatment.

Q: are the long term effects of radiofrequency ablation known yet?

Yes, there are none: Ablation has been around since the late 1980s. Thousands of patients have been treated for a variety of differrent rhythm problems with this technique. There are no proarrhythmic effects or other long-term negative consequences. Any given procedure may be associated with complications.

Q: had radiofrequency ablation but still have to take beta blockers and have a couple of problems?

Not perfect: Ablation is an excellent treatment for certain arythmias but often requires a repeat procedure. Sometimes there is more than one site that needs treatment as well. The procedure is not without some risk as well. Some pts have experienced perferations and high grade heart block requiring permanent pacemakers.

Q: a week ago i had radiofrequency ablation on bi-lateral l3,4&5. my dr says it will take 3-4 weeks to help. what i cant understand is why if the nerves been burnt off & severed why isnt the pain relief instant as the nerves cant send signals anymore?

: Believe you need to discuss several items with your doctor. First, are there other pain generators? Second, are other therapies needed. Third, prior success rates?

Q: any benefit having radiofrequency ablation for barrett's esophagus?

Yes: Radiofrequency ablation has the potential to eradicate your barrett's esophagus. I recommend you consult with a nearby gastroenterologist who performs this procedure.

Q: after doing radiofrequency ablation, would traces of wpw still be visible on your ecg?

Usually not: The rf ablation will "fry" the pre-excitation pathway which will remove the pre-excitation seen on the ecg. I would recommend speaking more with your cardiologist about your concerns.

Question 1

has radiofrequency turbinate ablation ever lead to empty nose syndrome? this question for doc experienced in procedure and knowledgeable about ens

Accepted Answer

ENS and turbinates: Greetings. Yes, any turbinate reduction procedure can lad to Empty Nose Syndrome. The likelihood of this actually occurring is rather small with this procedure hen performed by experienced surgeons. I would recommend you address all our questions and concerns before your scheduled procedure. Ask for your surgeon's results. I perform this procedure n our office under local anesthesia without ENS.

Question 2

why does radiofrequency ablation only last 3 months for me? is there a next step, i'm only 25
i have
myofascial pain syndrome 
lumbar radiculpathy 
lumbar degenerative disc disease
lumbar facet syndrome 
posterior joint syndrome 
sacroiliitis?

Accepted Answer

Approach: It is not feasible to put all of this together appropriately based on introductory information.  You seem to possess intense challenges for your age, and this needs to be looked at from a new perspective.  Suggest seeking second opinion from a local medical school faculty, and if necessary, going to a renowned center such as Yale Medical School in New Haven.

Question 3

is a radiofrequency ablation of a benign aldosterone-producing adenoma feasible? if not, why not just resect tumor instead of entire gland?

Accepted Answer

Resection: Only the surgeon who will do this can explain to you what should be done and why.
Surgeons who work on the adrenal are almost always excellent so I would highly recommend that you follow the advice.

Question 4

i had a radiofrequency ablation 4 days ago and i'm having palpatations. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: This may be due to elimination of medication, enhanced awareness of the heartbeat, extra beats which used to be the triggers for tachycardia, or perhaps due to episodes of the arrhythmia which was being treated with ablation. It is especially common after an atrial fibrilllation ablation to have recurrent spells for a while post ablation.

Question 5

is a radiofrequency ablation of a benign aldosterone producing adenoma < 2.0cm technically feasible?

Accepted Answer

Not that I'm aware: Hi. I've never heard of RF ablation being used in the case of an adrenal adenoma. maybe it's being done experimentally somewhere, but it's not an accepted treatment.

Question 6

are the long term effects of radiofrequency ablation known yet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are none: Ablation has been around since the late 1980s. Thousands of patients have been treated for a variety of differrent rhythm problems with this technique. There are no proarrhythmic effects or other long-term negative consequences. Any given procedure may be associated with complications.

Question 7

had radiofrequency ablation but still have to take beta blockers and have a couple of problems?

Accepted Answer

Not perfect: Ablation is an excellent treatment for certain arythmias but often requires a repeat procedure. Sometimes there is more than one site that needs treatment as well. The procedure is not without some risk as well. Some pts have experienced perferations and high grade heart block requiring permanent pacemakers.

Question 8

a week ago i had radiofrequency ablation on bi-lateral l3,4&5. my dr says it will take 3-4 weeks to help. what i cant understand is why if the nerves been burnt off & severed why isnt the pain relief instant as the nerves cant send signals anymore?

Accepted Answer

: Believe you need to discuss several items with your doctor.  First, are there other pain generators?  Second, are other therapies needed.  Third, prior success rates?

Question 9

any benefit having radiofrequency ablation for barrett's esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Radiofrequency ablation has the potential to eradicate your barrett's esophagus.  I recommend you consult with a nearby gastroenterologist who performs this procedure.

Question 10

after doing radiofrequency ablation, would traces of wpw still be visible on your ecg?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: The rf ablation will "fry" the pre-excitation pathway which will remove the pre-excitation seen on the ecg. I would recommend speaking more with your cardiologist about your concerns.

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Can you get Empty Nose Syndrome from Radiofrequency Ablation for turbinates

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Has radiofrequency turbinate ablation ever lead to empty nose syndrome? this question for doc experienced in procedure and knowledgeable about ens

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Why does radiofrequency ablation only last 3 months for me? is there a next step, i'm only 25 i have myofascial pain syndrome lumbar radiculpathy lumbar degenerative disc disease lumbar facet syndrome posterior joint syndrome sacroiliitis?

A member asked:

Is a radiofrequency ablation of a benign aldosterone-producing adenoma feasible? if not, why not just resect tumor instead of entire gland?

A member asked:

I had a radiofrequency ablation 4 days ago and i'm having palpatations. is this normal?

A member asked:

Is a radiofrequency ablation of a benign aldosterone producing adenoma < 2.0cm technically feasible?

A member asked:

Are the long term effects of radiofrequency ablation known yet?

A member asked:

Had radiofrequency ablation but still have to take beta blockers and have a couple of problems?

A member asked:

A week ago i had radiofrequency ablation on bi-lateral l3,4&5. my dr says it will take 3-4 weeks to help. what i cant understand is why if the nerves been burnt off & severed why isnt the pain relief instant as the nerves cant send signals anymore?

A member asked:

Any benefit having radiofrequency ablation for barrett's esophagus?

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After doing radiofrequency ablation, would traces of wpw still be visible on your ecg?

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