chemoembolisering
Chemoembolisation, sometimes spelled chemoembolisation, is a minimally invasive oncologic procedure that combines localized delivery of chemotherapy with deliberate occlusion of the tumor’s blood supply. It is a form of transarterial embolization designed to maximize tumor exposure to cytotoxic drugs while inducing ischemia.
The procedure is performed by an interventional radiologist via arterial access (usually femoral, occasionally radial). Under
Indications include hepatocellular carcinoma, liver-dominant metastases (especially from colorectal primaries or neuroendocrine tumors), and palliation in
Mechanism and outcomes: By combining chemotherapy with arterial blockage, chemoembolisation increases intratumoral drug concentration and reduces
Risks and considerations: Common adverse effects include post-embolization syndrome (fever, abdominal pain, nausea), transient liver function