Tumor Debulking-Coblation

What is Tumor Debulking-Coblation?

Tumor debulking, or coblation, is the process of removing as much of the tumor as possible. Coblation uses radiofrequency energy to ablate tissue. Since it is highly targeted, the result is precise tissue removal with minimal collateral tissue damage. Coblation may be used in conjuction with vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty to treat vertebral compression fractures caused by tumors.


How the Procedure Works

Tumor in vertebral body.
Insert access cannula.
Deploy tissue debulking Spine Wand.
Remove tissue to debulk tumor and create cavity.
Augment with acrylic bone cement. 

Why Choose the S. Mark Taper Foundation Imaging Center for debulking-coblation?


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