title: The role of interventional radiology in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma.
abstract: The incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in the UK is increasing. The role of interventional radiology in the treatment of HCC is well established. We discuss the minimally invasive treatment options that are available. It is important that procedures are undertaken in and postprocedure imaging is reviewed by centers with accredited hepatobiliary units. This is when the best outcomes are achieved. Advances in tumor biology and in technology will continue to expand the role of interventional radiology in the treatment of HCC in the future.
authors: Department of Radiology, The Royal Free Hospital, Pond St, London NW3 2QG, UK. kate.steiner@nhs.net
authors: Kate
authors: K
authors: Steiner
authors: Anthie
authors: A
authors: Papadopoulou
authors: Dominic
authors: D
authors: Yu
mesh_terms: D006528:Carcinoma, Hepatocellular / Q000628:therapy*; D017115:Catheter Ablation / Q000379:methods; D016461:Chemoembolization, Therapeutic / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008113:Liver Neoplasms / Q000628:therapy*; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods; D015642:Radiology, Interventional / Q000379:methods*; D006113:United Kingdom