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Hepatoma



Hepatoma Causes


Hepatoma can be caused by long-standing cirrhosis, and chronic infections with hepatitis B and C.


Hepatoma Definition


Hepatoma is a cancer that affects the liver. It is the most common kind of liver cancer.


Hepatoma Diagnosis


Hepatoma can be diagnosed via the symptoms it shows, as well as through laboratory testings such as CT scans, MRI and ultrasound. Liver biopsy is also conducted.


Hepatoma Symptoms and Signs


The signs and symptoms that indicate the presence of hepatoma are weight loss, abdominal pain and the onset of a large mass at the upper right area of the abdomen. Other symptoms are a sudden ill feeling, fever, lowe blood pressure.


Hepatoma Treatment


The treatment is done via surgery, if the tumor is detected at its early stages of development. Chemotherapy is also done in advanced stages. The survival rate among hepatoma patients is poor.


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