Wrist access may ease liver cancer treatment
NCT ID NCT07160374
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new way to deliver chemo directly to liver tumors using a wrist artery instead of the groin. Thirty-eight patients with liver cancer took part. The goal was to see if the wrist approach is safe, feasible, and effective, with fewer complications and faster recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
HepaSphere drug-eluting microspheres
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could make TACE safer and more comfortable for liver cancer patients, with faster recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 38 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and the procedure still carries risks like bleeding or infection.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Asan Medical Center
Seoul, Songpa-gu, 05505, South Korea