Quantitative dynamic contrast-enhanced ultrasound to predict intrahepatic recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma after radiofrequency ablation: a cohort study.

Xue HanJing DongZhao LiuBolin WuYuhang TianHaoyan TanWen Cheng

Published in: International journal of hyperthermia : the official journal of European Society for Hyperthermic Oncology, North American Hyperthermia Group (2021)

CEUS is commonly used in HCC patients who undergo RFA. The CEUS parameters PI and TTP are associated with intrahepatic recurrence after RFA, and can thus be used to identify patients at risk for intrahepatic recurrence.

Keyphrases

radiofrequency ablation
contrast enhanced ultrasound
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
free survival
high resolution
patient reported outcomes