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September 10, 2025Journal of the Korean Society of RadiologyOpen Access

Transarterial Radioembolization for Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Korea: Current Clinical Practices, Facility Requirements, and Patient Selection

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DHDongho Hyun

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Overview

Observational analysis details patient selection and facility needs for transarterial radioembolization, indicating safe practices in Korea.

Key Points

  • Transarterial radioembolization provides a vital treatment option for hepatocellular carcinoma patients, with efficacy captured through various imaging methods.
  • Facility requirements include radionuclide handling protocols and government certification for personnel, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Patient selection follows the modified Union for International Cancer Control staging system, particularly for patients with a single tumor ≤8 cm.
  • Current guidelines emphasize treatment efficacy assessments through SPECT-CT imaging to ensure safety and minimize irreversible tissue damage.

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Dongho Hyun (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23dc5b210217d6478f4a7https://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2025.0049
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