Post ‐embolization syndrome as an early predictor of overall survival after transarterial chemoembolization for hepatocellular carcinoma

ConclusionsPES is a common complication after TACE and is associated with a two‐fold increased risk of death. Future studies should incorporate PES as a relevant early predictor of OS and examine the biological basis of this association.

Source: HPB: official journal of the International Hepato Pancreat Biliary Association - September 15, 2015 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Meredith C. Mason, Nader N. Massarweh, Aitua Salami, Mark A. Sultenfuss, Daniel A. Anaya Tags: Original Article Source Type: research