Post-resection recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma in cirrhotic patients: Is thrombocytopenia a risk factor for recurrence?

Liver resection is the main treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients with sufficient liver reserve. However, the long-term outcomes are dismal because the recurrence rate is high, especially in cirrhotic patients. The role of platelets as a predictive factor for HCC recurrence is still controversial. The aim of this study was to assess the influence of the preoperative platelet count on HCC recurrence after liver resection in patients with liver cirrhosis.
Source: Surgical Oncology - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research