Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy Versus Microwave Ablation in the Treatment of Renal Masses

Key Points

• To compare the effectiveness of laparoscopic partial nephrectomy and microwave ablation in treating renal masses.
• Compared local recurrence rates between laparoscopic partial nephrectomy and microwave ablation.
• Analyzed outcomes in older, comorbid patients.
• Evaluated nephron preservation associated with each treatment.
• Microwave ablation had higher local recurrence rates compared to laparoscopic partial nephrectomy.
• Microwave ablation provided better nephron preservation.
• Both techniques were effective, depending on patient selection.