Predictive Factors of Complete Response to Transarterial Chemoembolization in Intermediate Stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma beyond Up-To-7 Criteria.
Natsuhiko SaitoHideyuki NishiofukuTakeshi SatoShinsaku MaedaKiyoyuki MinamiguchiRyosuke TaijiTakeshi MatsumotoYuto ChanokiTetsuya TachiiriHideki KunichikaNagaaki MarugamiToshihiro TanakaPublished in: Cancers (2023)
TACE can achieve high CR rates with prolonged overall survival for intermediate stage HCC beyond up-to-7 criteria. The predictor of CR was within up-to-11 criteria. Deterioration of liver function was not severe, but requires caution. Multidisciplinary approach as additional treatment after TACE is important.