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Meaning of hepatic arterial infusion: A procedure to deliver chemotherapy directly to the liver.

Definition of hepatic arterial infusion

A procedure to deliver chemotherapy directly to the liver. Catheters are put into an artery in the groin that leads directly to the liver, and drugs are given through the catheters.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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