9781639273577
Jay Amsel
American Medical Publishers
English
2021
Oncology
242
$ 161.99
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the major type of primary liver cancer in adults. It originates on the site of chronic liver inflammation. It is most closely associated with hepatitis B or C, and exposure to toxins like alcohol, aflatoxin, etc. The treatment for HCC depends on factors like history of tumors in the family, the size and spread of the tumor, and the overall health of the patient. A liver transplant may be necessary if the cancer has advanced to a higher stage. Most of the topics introduced in this book cover new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for hepatocellular carcinoma. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to this field have been included herein. Through this book, we attempt to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.