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Review
. 2020 Nov;27(Suppl 3):S138-S143.
doi: 10.3747/co.27.7181. Epub 2020 Nov 1.

Hepatocellular carcinoma: epidemiology, screening, and assessment of hepatic reserve

S Z Frager  1 , J M Schwartz  1
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Review

Hepatocellular carcinoma: epidemiology, screening, and assessment of hepatic reserve

S Z Frager et al. Curr Oncol. 2020 Nov.

Abstract

Hepatocellular carcinoma is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. This review summarizes the epidemiology and causes of the disease, and the roles of screening and surveillance for early tumour detection. It also highlights the important role of assessment of hepatic reserve in consideration of appropriate staging and treatment.

Keywords: Hepatocellular carcinoma; epidemiology; risk factors; screening; surveillance.

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CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES We have read and understood Current Oncology’s policy on disclosing conflicts of interest, and we declare that we have none.

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