Hepatocellular Carcinoma Flashcards
1
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Presentation
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Decompensation of liver disease (ascites, variceal haem, jaundice, HE) Abdo mass Abdo pain Weight loss Bleeding from tumour
2
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Diagnosis: tumour markers
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Alpha fetoprotein: AFP
3
Q
Diagnosis: imaging
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USS
CT
MRI
4
Q
Treatment
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Hepatic resection
Liver transplant
Chemotherapy
5
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Locally ablative treatment
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Alcohol infection
RFA