Selective internal radiation therapy for unresectable primary intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

Evidence-based recommendations on selective internal radiation therapy for unresectable primary intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma in adults. This involves injecting tiny radioactive ‘beads’ into blood vessels that supply the liver, where they become trapped and release radiation directly into the cancer cells.

Is this guidance up to date?

Next review: October 2021

Guidance development process

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Coding and clinical classification codes for this guidance

This guidance replaces NICE interventional procedures guidance on selective internal radiation therapy for primary intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (IPG459).