Clinical impact and potential utility of non-enhanced computed tomography performed immediately after transarterial chemoembolization for hepatocellular carcinoma.

Mi Young KimSubin HeoSejin ChoiChong Hyun Suh Eun Seoung Lee Hyo Jung Park Kyoung Won Kim

Published in: Journal of gastrointestinal oncology (2024)

Assessment of lipiodol uptake by performing immediate post-TACE NECT can stratify HCC patients and facilitate early prediction of therapeutic response. Identifying suboptimal lipiodol uptake immediately after TACE can aid future treatment adjustments and potentially improving oncologic outcomes.

Keyphrases

computed tomography
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
radiofrequency ablation
type diabetes
magnetic resonance
rectal cancer
patient reported outcomes
liver metastases
glycemic control
dual energy
weight loss