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Due to the unsatisfactory effect of oral triazole drugs, they finally came to our hospital to receive the treatment of thermal ablation combined with percutaneous injection of amphotericin B. They recovered well after the operation without significant complications.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>During the follow-up period ranging from 1\u202fmonth to 2\u202fyears after discharge, the patients reported no discomfort symptoms such as hemoptysis or chest pain. CT scans showed that the lesions were stable and even absorbed compared with those before treatment. The patients recovered well.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>The combination of thermal ablation and percutaneous injection of amphotericin B in the treatment of chronic pulmonary aspergillosis can significantly improve the clinical symptoms of patients and enhance their quality of life. 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