Overview
Definition
Primary malignancy of the liver.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Cirrhosis (any cause), Chronic Hepatitis B/C, Aflatoxin.
Clinical Symptoms
- Weight loss
- right upper quadrant pain
- worsening ascites.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Elevated Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)
- Triple-phase CT/MRI.
Management
- Surgical resection
- Liver transplant
- Radiofrequency ablation.
Complications
- Metastasis
- death.