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Chemoembolization
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Chemoembolization is a procedure in which the blood supply to the tumor is blocked surgically or mechanically and anticancer drugs are administered directly into the tumor. This permits a higher concentration of drug to be in contact with the tumor for a longer period of time.
External links
External links
- Chemoembolization entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
 This article incorporates public domain material from the U.S. National Cancer Institute document “Dictionary of Cancer Terms”.