Internal radiation therapy for liver tumours.
Advanced liver cancer or metastases not suitable for surgery? TARE delivers microscopic radioactive beads directly into the tumour through its blood supply, providing targeted radiation with minimal damage to healthy liver.
Understanding TARE / Radioembolisation
Transarterial Radioembolisation (TARE), also called Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT), is an interventional oncology procedure that delivers high-dose radiation directly to liver tumours through the hepatic artery. Tiny resin or glass microspheres loaded with radioactive yttrium-90 (Y-90) are injected into the tumour’s blood supply.
Unlike external beam radiation that passes through healthy tissue, TARE delivers radiation from inside the tumour, concentrating the dose within the cancer while sparing the healthy liver parenchyma. This makes it suitable for patients with large, multifocal, or portal vein-invading hepatocellular carcinoma where TACE or surgery are not feasible.
How Does TARE Work?
The procedure involves two sessions. First, a mapping angiogram is performed to assess the tumour’s blood supply and identify any vessels that could carry microspheres to non-target organs. A small dose of technetium-99m (Tc-99m MAA) is injected to simulate the microsphere distribution. In the second session, Dr. Vrishit Saraswat navigates a catheter to the tumour-feeding artery and delivers the Y-90 microspheres. The radioactive beads lodge within the tumour vasculature and deliver continuous radiation over several weeks, destroying cancer cells from within.
Focused Patient Care
Pre-treatment planning includes CT angiography, Tc-99m MAA scan, and liver function assessment. This ensures the radiation dose is optimised for maximum tumour kill with minimal liver toxicity.
24/7 Support
For patients with advanced HCC or liver metastases not responding to other treatments, TARE offers a viable treatment option. We coordinate urgently with oncology teams for eligible patients.
Timely Treatment
Post-TARE imaging (PET-CT or MRI) at 3 months assesses tumour response. Liver function monitoring and coordination with your oncology team for subsequent treatment decisions are ongoing.
Advanced tumor ablation techniques deliver targeted cancer treatment through precise image-guided procedures with minimal healthy tissue damage.
Comprehensive supportive care interventions enhance quality of life during cancer treatment through specialized interventional radiology techniques and procedures.
Personalized oncological protocols combine curative and palliative approaches ensuring optimal outcomes and improved patient comfort throughout treatment.
Our Treatment Process
Here is what to expect during your TARE treatment:
1
Comprehensive Oncological Assessment
Advanced imaging and multidisciplinary evaluation help determine optimal intervention approach; treatment is tailored to your specific cancer type, stage, and overall health status.
2
Minimally Invasive Cancer Intervention
Using precise image guidance, targeted treatments are delivered directly to tumors or supportive devices are placed through small punctures without major surgery.
3
Recovery & Ongoing Support
Most patients experience faster recovery compared to open procedures, with comprehensive follow-up care to monitor treatment response and manage any complications.
FAQs About The Service
Frequently asked questions about TARE radioembolisation:
What oncological conditions can be treated interventionally?
We treat liver tumors, lung masses, kidney cancers, and provide supportive care including feeding tubes, chemotherapy ports, and drainage procedures for cancer patients.
How effective are tumor ablation procedures?
Tumor ablations can achieve complete tumor destruction in 85-95% of appropriately selected cases, offering excellent local control with minimal side effects compared to surgery.
What supportive care interventions do you provide?
We offer PEG tube placements, chemoport insertions, drainage procedures, and long-term catheter placements to support patients throughout their cancer treatment journey.
Are oncological interventions safe during active cancer treatment?
Yes, most interventional oncology procedures can be safely performed during chemotherapy or radiation therapy, often enhancing overall treatment effectiveness and patient comfort.