[Selective internal radiotherapy (SIRT) of liver tumors.]

[Selective internal radiotherapy (SIRT) of liver tumors.]
Radiologe. 2014 Dec 19;
Authors: Duan H, Hoffmann M
Abstract
METHODICAL INNOVATIONS: Selective internal radiotherapy (SIRT) is a safe and efficacious, minimally invasive procedure to treat primary and secondary unresectable liver tumors. For hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), SIRT has proven to be a well-tolerated therapy option even in advanced stages of disease.
STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: In cases of portal vein thrombosis SIRT is the alternative to transarterial chemoembolization (TACE).
PERFORMANCE: The role of SIRT regarding downstaging and bridging to transplantation is promising and SIRT has also been shown to be highly effective and well-tolerated in metastastic liver disease.
ACHIEVEMENTS: The results of prospective randomized trials are awaited to prove the efficiency and safety of SIRT described in numerous retrospective and prospective non-randomized studies.
PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: The indications are established within the framework of a tumor board.
PMID: 25519898 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Der Radiologe - December 19, 2014 Category: Radiology Authors: Duan H, Hoffmann M Tags: Radiologe Source Type: research