New indications for radiotherapy: primary liver cancer and secondary liver oligometastases

Surgery is considered to be the standard treatment for intrahepatic malignancies, primary
<br />cancers and metastatic lesions. However, a great many patients are not eligible for surgical
<br />intervention. Modern stereotactic radiotherapy has the potential to be an effective alternative
<br />treatment modality with low toxicity for patients with primary hepatocellular carcinoma
<br />and liver oligometastases. In this paper we intend to review the current status and published
<br />experiences in the field of liver irradiation.