Radiofrequency ablation versus stereotactic body radiation therapy for small (≤ 3 cm) hepatocellular carcinoma: A retrospective comparison analysis.

Yuri JeongKyung Jin LeeSo Jung LeeYong Moon ShinMin-Ju KimYoung-Suk LimHan Chu LeeJinhong JungJin-Hong ParkJong Hoon KimSo Yeon KimSang Min Yoon

Published in: Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology (2021)

The two treatment methods showed comparable outcomes in terms of LCR, OS rate, and IHRFS rate after IPTW adjustment. SBRT seems to be a viable alternative method for small hepatocellular carcinomas that are not suitable for RFA due to tumor location.

Keyphrases

radiofrequency ablation
radiation therapy
metabolic syndrome
combination therapy
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance
adipose tissue
weight loss