Percutaneous computed-tomography-guided thermocoagulation for osteoid osteomas

摘要: Current treatment for osteoid osteomas is usually surgical excision of the nidus. We treated 18 patients with osteoma by percutaneous thermocoagulation nidus under computed-tomography guidance. The procedure was technically successful in all cases and there were no complications. Patients discharged on following morning resumed normal activities immediately. All but one remained pain free during follow-up (range 3-15 months). A second relieved recurrent symptoms this patient. Percutaneous appears to be effective osteomas, a minimally invasive alternative resection.