SABR radiotherapy on a liver tumor.

[Ted26]

I have just completed Carboplatin Caelyx, had CT scan and the results show 1 cm tumour placed under the liver which initially was 4 cm. My consultant recommendation is SABR radiotherapy. I'm scared of the immediate side effects and the long time side effects. Has anyone else had this type of radiotherapy on a liver tumor? If so, can you please tell me what to expect? How many sessions? What immediate and long term side effects? Thank you in advance for your reply x

[candyapplegrey]

Just had it but no time to write in depth. Compared to chemo, it was a breeze. Have not had scan yet but consultant was optimistic. Mine was also a lesion on the liver. Good luck!

[Ted26 in reply to candyapplegrey]

Thank you for your reply X I will really appreciate it you can write in details how was your experience - how many sessions have you had, what side effects have you experienced, and how did you feel during the treatment. I would also ask you if your tumour is gone but I guess you don't know yet... Many thanks x

[OvacomeSupport Partner My Ovacome Team]

Hello Ted26

Thank you for your post. You mentioned being scared of the side effects of SABR (stereotactic ablative radiotherapy), and we're here for you if it would help to talk things through? We're here Monday-Friday 10am-5pm on 0800 008 7054, if it goes to voicemail please do leave us a message and we'll call you back. We can also schedule a call with you at a convenient time or book in a videocall.

We would always suggest you discuss these concerns with your team who will be able to give you individual expert advice about the risks and benefits for you. You may find the following information helpful in thinking about what you need to know:

Cancer Research UK have some detailed information on stereotactic radiotherapy here: cancerresearchuk.org/about-...

Macmillan have information on SABR here: macmillan.org.uk/cancer-inf...

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[candyapplegrey]

Will DM you in Chat. x