Lipiodol deposition in portal vein tumour thrombus predicts treatment outcome in HCC patients after transarterial chemoembolisation

ConclusionsThe patients with positive lipiodol deposition in PVTT had a longer OS than those with negative lipiodol deposition. Furthermore, the positive lipiodol deposition in PVTT can further differentiate HCC patients with favourable prognosis from SD patients.Key Points• Lipiodol deposition in PVTT is a prognostic indicator for HCC patients after TACE treatment.• Positive lipiodol deposition in PVTT is associated with a better prognosis.
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research