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[Selective arterial chemo-embolization with microencapsulated anticancer drugs].

T Kato

    Gan to Kagaku Ryoho. Cancer & Chemotherapy
    |February 1, 1983
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    Chemoembolization using microencapsulated anticancer drugs offers targeted cancer therapy. This approach demonstrated significant tumor reduction and symptom control in various advanced carcinomas.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Pharmacology
    • Drug Delivery Systems

    Context:

    • Selective arterial infusion of microencapsulated anticancer drugs is an emerging targeted drug delivery strategy.
    • Chemoembolization combines drug infusion with arterial occlusion for sustained therapeutic action.
    • This therapy has been applied to a wide range of advanced carcinomas, including kidney, liver, and lung.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of chemoembolization with microencapsulated anticancer drugs.
    • To assess tumor response, symptom control, and impact on surgical outcomes and survival rates.
    • To determine the potential of microcapsule therapy as a targeted cancer treatment.

    Summary:

    • A study involving 285 patients with advanced cancers treated with microencapsulated anticancer drugs via selective arterial infusion.
    • Thirty-five percent of patients showed marked tumor reduction (>50%), with an additional 37% showing moderate reduction (<50%).
    • Symptom control (hemorrhage, pain) was achieved in 75-81% of patients, and therapy facilitated radical or organ-preserving surgery.

    Impact:

    • Microcapsule chemoembolization shows significant antineoplastic effects across various organs.
    • The therapy can improve surgical outcomes for invasive tumors and serves as a potential preoperative adjuvant.
    • Results suggest chemoembolization is an effective targeted cancer therapy with a notable impact on patient outcomes.

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