Delivers chemotherapy and blocks a liver tumour's blood supply.
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Delivers chemotherapy and blocks a liver tumour's blood supply.
Liver cancer not suitable for surgery.
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Typical effective dose 10 to 30 mSv, similar to about 3 to 10 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
1 to 3 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
Why is TACE (transarterial chemoembolisation) done?
Liver cancer not suitable for surgery.
How do I prepare for TACE (transarterial chemoembolisation)?
Blood tests for clotting are usually needed; blood thinners may need to be paused only on your doctor's advice. Fasting for a few hours is common.
Is TACE (transarterial chemoembolisation) safe in pregnancy?
Typical effective dose 10 to 30 mSv, similar to about 3 to 10 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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