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Hepatocellular carcinoma

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Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan
Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan
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Alternative Names

Primary liver cell carcinoma; Tumor - liver; Liver cancer; Cancer - liver


Prevention

Preventing and treating viral hepatitis may help reduce risk. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption. Certain patients may benefit from hemochromatosis screening.


Review Date: 09/11/2006
Reviewed By: Rita Nanda, M.D., Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology/Oncology, University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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