Browsing: hcc

The Headline: Protons are no better than photons in treating hepatocellular carcinoma.The Study: Does proton dosimetry actually translate to better…

This editorial argues evidence has tipped the scales in favor of routinely considering radiation for early- and intermediate-stage hepatocellular carcinoma…

Top Line: A recent pooled analysis suggests external beam radiation provides the best non-surgical disease control of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).The…

Top Line: Does SBRT improve outcomes when added to systemic therapy alone in patients with advanced HCC?The Study: SBRT continues…

Top Line: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a notoriously insidious disease often requiring liver transplant for definitive treatment.The Study: Here is…

Top Line: While we know ablative radiation results in good local control of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), assuredly delivering it safely…

A consensus has been reached among international experts in radiating hepatocelllar carcinoma (HCC) on what exactly constitutes “ablative” radiation for…

This small Japanese cost effectiveness study suggests that carbon ion therapy is not only more effective but also, remarkably, more…

A large Taiwanese retrospective look at outcomes following definitive proton (n=105) or photon (n=54) radiation for localized HCC >5 cm…

Top Line: The optimally safe and effective treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma remains a topic of vigorous debate across specialties.The Study:A…