Radiofrequency Ablation Probe (IMAGE) Society of Interventional Radiology Caption Radiofrequency energy is transmitted to the tip of a needle, where it produces heat and kills the tumor near the needle. Credit (C) Copyright 2004, Society of Interventional Radiology Usage Restrictions Please credit the Society of Interventional Radiology. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.