Ionic Versus Nonionic Contrast Media Solvents Used with an Epirubicin-based Agent for Transarterial Chemoembolization of Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Epirubicin-iodized oil emulsions prepared with nonionic contrast medium are more stable and are associated with lower tumor grade in patients with inoperable HCC. The choice of solvent, however, does not appear to have an effect on patient survival.