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TACE Procedure for Liver Cancer
Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE)
TACE is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat liver cancer. It involves delivering chemotherapy directly into the tumor’s blood vessels along with a blocking agent to cut off its blood supply.
Benefits
- TACE can help control cancer, alleviate symptoms, and extend the patient’s life.
- It is effective for treating tumors that are too large for surgery or radiation therapy.
- TACE can also target cancers that have metastasized to the liver.
Preparation
- Blood tests may be performed to assess blood counts, as well as liver and kidney function.
- A mild sedative may be administered to help the patient feel relaxed during the procedure.