Percutaneous cryoablation in malignant lung tumors: mechanisms, clinical outcomes, and limitations of the method. A literature review

Сryoablation is one of the promising minimally invasive methods for local treatment of malignant lung tumors. This 
review presents current data on the physical principles and biological mechanisms of cryoablation, the technical aspects 
of the procedure, as well as its clinical effectiveness and safety. Indicators of overall survival, local tumor control, and 
complication rates in the treatment of primary and metastatic lung tumors are analyzed. Cryoablation is shown to provide 
outcomes comparable to other local treatment modalities with a favorable safety profile. The advantages of the method 
and its existing limitations are discussed.