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  • Title: Percutaneous catheter placement for hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy.
    Author: Arai Y, Takeuchi Y, Inaba Y, Yamaura H, Sato Y, Aramaki T, Matsueda K, Seki H.
    Journal: Tech Vasc Interv Radiol; 2007 Mar; 10(1):30-7. PubMed ID: 17980316.
    Abstract:
    Hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy employs a hepatic artery catheter as a conduit to achieve a high concentration of antineoplastic agents to liver tumors. Historically, this catheter placement has been performed via laparotomy. However, it may now be performed using less-invasive percutaneous image guided procedures. There are many anatomical hepatic arterial variations and complicated blood flow patterns. Various techniques are required to ensure high concentration of antineoplastic agents in liver tumors. These techniques are composed of arterial redistribution by embolization, percutaneous catheter placement applying "tip-fixation method," and evaluation and management of flow patterns that reflect drug distribution. The role of interventional radiologists in hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy is to create and manage the access to achieve these objectives.
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