STARmed Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that treats your thyroid symptoms without invasive surgery, freeing you from a surgical scar and lifelong medication. For over 15 years, STARmed Thyroid RFA has been dedicated to providing a non-surgical solution that target-treats only the nodule while preserving the healthy thyroid tissue. This page is created to cultivate a community where anyone enduring thyroid issues can connect, support, and share stories. Our passion is to provide the best treatment options to you so that we can be happier and healthier together. Important Safety Information / Disclaimer
Patients should talk to their doctor to decide if STARmed Thyroid radiofrequency ablation is right for them. Patients and doctors should review all available information on non-surgical and surgical options and associated risks in order to make an informed decision. Individual results may vary, testimonials are not claimed to represent typical results. All testimonials are from real patients, and may not reflect the typical patient’s experience, and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of TaeWoong Medical USA or their respective owners. Indication
The VIVA Combo RF Ablation System and star RF Electrode are intended for use in percutaneous and intraoperative coagulation and ablation of tissue. Contraindications
There is a risk that error may result due to the radiofrequency current on patients who have pacemakers and other active implants. Do not use the radiofrequency lesion generator and electrode on these patients. Complications
The following types of complications may result due to the use of the radiofrequency lesion generator and electrode.
• Tumor recurrence
• Burn due to the over-heating of the surgical equipment
• Dangerous situation due to the unskilled equipment
control
• Cross-infection or complications due to the re-use of the
inappropriate electrode
• Ascites/diarrhea
• Bleeding of the coagulated part
• Ventricular fibrillation
• Weakness of liver functions
• Symptoms after RFA treatment includes (abdominal) pain,
fever, nausea, headache, right shoulder joint pain and chest
discomfort might occur
