Patient's question:
My husband is going to have a hepatic artery embolization procedure, and I'm still a bit worried. What are the side effects of hepatic artery embolization?Doctor's answer:
The liver can experience recurrent inflammation or undergo hepatic artery embolization, which is a common treatment for liver cancer, especially when the cancer is advanced or the arteries are compromised, requiring them to be blocked. Accurate assessment depends on the specific circumstances. The side effects of this surgery include changes in immune function, an increase in body temperature, and even interference with protein production capabilities. In some cases, a portion of the liver may lose functionality.