Microwave Ablation – Targeted Tumor Breakdown With Heat

Precise, image-guided treatment that uses microwave energy to destroy tumors without open surgery. Ideal for patients with small liver, kidney, or lung tumors.

Dr. Jeffrey Apo

What Is Microwave Ablation?

Microwave ablation (MWA) is a minimally invasive procedure where a special probe is inserted through the skin and guided to a tumor using imaging like ultrasound or CT. The probe emits microwave energy, which heats and destroys the cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue.

It’s typically used for small tumors that are hard to reach surgically—or for patients who want a faster recovery.

Microwave Ablation

Who Is It For?

Microwave ablation may be recommended for patients who:

  • Have tumors in the liver, lungs, kidneys, or bones
  • Are not candidates for surgery due to health reasons
  • Want a fast-recovery treatment with minimal downtime
  • Prefer a localized treatment that targets the tumor directly

Key Benefits:

  • Minimally invasive: Only a small puncture is needed—no large incision
  • Quick procedure: Often done in 1–2 hours
  • Outpatient-friendly: Most patients go home within 24 hours
  • Fast recovery: Return to daily activities in 2–3 days
  • Precise targeting: Microwave energy focuses on the tumor with minimal impact on nearby tissues

Common Uses:

  • Liver tumors (primary or metastatic)
  • Lung nodules or tumors
  • Kidney tumors
  • Bone tumors for pain control or local disease management

Why Choose Dr. Apo?

Certified Expertise

Board-certified Interventional Radiologist and Fellow of the Philippine Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology.

  • Top 1, Diplomate Exam, 2021
  • Top 3, CT-MRI Fellowship Exam, 2022

Advanced Minimally Invasive Care

Dr. Apo specializes in precision-guided, surgical procedures using CT, MRI, or ultrasound:

  • CT- or ultrasound-guided biopsies
  • Angiography and embolization
  • Tumor ablation and fibroid treatments

Convenient Multiple Locations

Dr. Apo sees patients in leading hospitals across Metro Manila and nearby provinces, including:

  • Laguna
  • Pampanga
  • Pangasinan

Hospital Affiliations

Clinic Schedule

 Olistico Health Manila
Clinic Schedule

Unit 404, West East Center
1332-1336 Taft Ave, Ermita, Manila
Strictly by Appointment
No Walk-ins Allowed

Tuesday 3PM – 4PM
Friday 3PM – 4PM
Saturday 3PM – 4PM
Olistico Health - West East Center Manila

FAQs: Microwave Ablation

Dr. Apo will check your medical history, imaging, and blood tests. You’ll likely be asked to fast the night before and temporarily stop any blood thinners.

You’ll receive local anesthesia or mild sedation. A probe is inserted through a small skin puncture and guided to the tumor. Microwaves are used to heat and destroy the tumor. The process usually takes 1–2 hours.

Most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay. You might feel tired for a few days and may have some mild pain at the treatment site, but many return to work or daily tasks within 2–3 days.

You’ll likely need imaging (like CT or MRI) after 4–6 weeks to check the results. Dr. Apo will also advise if further treatment or monitoring is needed.

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