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01-12-2013 | Technical Note
Y90-Radioembolization of Lung Metastases via the Bronchial Artery: A Report of 2 Cases
Authors:
Jens Ricke, Oliver Großer, Holger Amthauer
Published in:
CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology
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Issue 6/2013
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Abstract
We report successful Y90-radioembolization of the lung applying Y90-resin microspheres via the bronchial artery in two patients with diffuse colorectal and renal cancer metastases, respectively. The deposition of radioactive Y90-resin-microspheres was technically feasible and resulted in a reasonable absorbed dose in the tumors. However, open questions remain regarding dosimetry and safe dose exposure to the lung. The technique warrants thorough investigation before clinical use. A Phase I trial to evaluate safety and preliminary efficacy is under preparation.