Efficacy of Sequential Transarterial Chemoembolization after Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy versus Radiation Therapy Alone for Recurrent Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Propensity Score-matched Analysis

Key Points

• This study evaluates the efficacy of sequential transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) after stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for treating recurrent hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
• Conducted a comparative analysis of patients undergoing TACE after SBRT versus radiation therapy alone.
• Utilized a propensity score-matched design to reduce bias in outcomes.
• Focused on recurrent cases of hepatocellular carcinoma.
• Found that combining TACE with SBRT led to improved treatment outcomes compared to radiation therapy alone.
• Indicated potential enhancements in tumor response rates with the sequential approach.