Hepatocellular Carcinoma Flashcards

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hepatocellular carcinoma

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cancer of liver

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risk factors

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type 2 diabetes
liver cirrhosis
haemochromatosis
hepatitis B/C

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3
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signs

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liver failure
weight loss
RUQ pain

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4
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investigations

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LFTs

USS

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5
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what is the tumour marker

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alpha-feto protein

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6
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management

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surgical removal of cancer

liver transplant

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