Hepatocellular carcinoma in a non‐cirrhotic liver with a tumor thrombus

Hepatocellular carcinoma in a non‐cirrhotic liver with a tumor thrombus

Abstract Young adults with HCC tend to have a poor prognosis because of advanced disease despite preserved liver function. Screening and early diagnosis for HCC are needed for young adults to demonstrate an improved prognosis, especially in HBsAg positive patients.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Abid M. Sadiq, Tendai J. Mashonganyika, Lilian G. Mmbaga, Adnan M. Sadiq, Gilbert Z. Nkya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2021-09-01
Series:Clinical Case Reports
Subjects:
alpha‐fetoprotein
hepatitis B
hepatocellular carcinoma
non‐cirrhotic liver
tumor thrombus
young adult
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.4800
Description
Summary:Abstract Young adults with HCC tend to have a poor prognosis because of advanced disease despite preserved liver function. Screening and early diagnosis for HCC are needed for young adults to demonstrate an improved prognosis, especially in HBsAg positive patients.
ISSN:2050-0904

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