RF-Assisted Cystectomy and Pericystectomy: A New Technique in the Treatment of Liver Hydatid Disease

Background: Radiofrequency (RF) energy has been used for ablation and resection of liver tumors. Purpose: To present a new technique for the treatment of liver hydatid cyst disease. Material and Methods: Two patients with liver hydatid disease treated with RF energy cauterization and surgical resection are presented. Cystectomy was performed in a female patient aged 35 years and pericystectomy was carried out in another female patient aged 55 years using RF energy cauterization. Blood was not needed during the operation. RITA ® System (RITA Model 1500 RF Generator, RITA Medical Systems, Inc., USA) was used during the procedure. Conclusion: Cystectomy and pericystectomy in liver hydatid disease can be successfully performed with the assistance of RF energy.