TACE Transarterial Chemoembolization
Description: <b>TACE</b>, which stands for Transarterial Chemoembolization—a treatment primarily used for certain types of cancer, most notably liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).<br>
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TACE is a minimally invasive procedure that involves delivering chemotherapy directly into the artery that supplies blood to a tumor (most commonly in the liver) and then injecting substances to block (embolize) the artery. This dual action attacks the tumor by:<br>
-Concentrating chemotherapy at the site of the tumor.<br>
-Restricting the tumor’s blood supply, which helps to starve the cancer cells of oxygen and nutrients.<br>
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How It Works:<br>
-Catheter Insertion: A catheter is inserted through a small incision, usually in the groin, and navigated into the arterial system to reach the hepatic artery (if treating liver cancer).<br>
-Chemotherapy Delivery: A concentrated dose of chemotherapy is delivered directly into the blood vessels feeding the tumor.<br>
-Embolization: Embolic agents (such as gelatin sponge particles, microspheres, or other embolic materials) are then injected to block the artery, thereby limiting the tumor’s blood flow.<br>