Combined radiofrequency ablation or microwave ablation with transarterial chemoembolization can increase efficiency in intermediate-stage hepatocellular carcinoma without more complication: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Yao YangHongli YuLingyu QiChenxi LiuYuemin FengJianni QiJie LiQiang Zhu

Published in: International journal of hyperthermia : the official journal of European Society for Hyperthermic Oncology, North American Hyperthermia Group (2022)

TACE combined with RFA or MWA can provide significantly better OS, PFS and LTC than TACE monotherapy for patients with intermediate-stage HCC, without increasing the risk of major complications.

Keyphrases

radiofrequency ablation
risk factors
combination therapy
open label
clinical trial
randomized controlled trial
atrial fibrillation
double blind