Liver Embolization
Targeted Therapy for Liver Tumors
The liver can develop primary cancers like hepatocellular carcinoma or be affected by metastatic disease from the colon, pancreas, lung, or other organs. When surgery is not an option, Liver Embolization provides a minimally invasive and highly targeted treatment to reduce tumor burden and improve quality of life.
What Is Liver Embolization?
Performed in about an hour under sedation, Dr. Nutting uses advanced imaging to guide a catheter into the arteries feeding the liver tumors. Tiny beads—impregnated with chemotherapy or radioactive agents—are delivered directly to the tumors, sparing healthy tissue.
This localized approach means fewer side effects and a quicker recovery compared to traditional cancer treatments.
- Patients with liver tumors (primary or metastatic)
- Individuals who are not candidates for surgery
- Patients undergoing multimodal cancer therapy
- Those seeking to reduce tumor size and symptoms
- Localized, tumor-directed therapy
- Minimizes systemic side effects
- Same-day outpatient treatment
- Improves symptoms and may extend survival
- Dr. Nutting has performed over 10,000 liver embolizations
Recovery & Expectations
Most patients resume light activity within 48 hours. Side effects are typically mild and include fatigue or abdominal discomfort. Collaborate with your oncologist to see if this powerful tool fits into your care plan.
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Feel free to do you own research and reach out with any questions or concerns to see if an image guided procedure could be right for you. I believe that as an empowered patient, you are your own best advocate.
Location
- 8390 E Crescent Parkway, Suite 120 Greenwood Village, CO 80111