Diagnostic histopathology of hepatocellular carcinoma: a case-based review

Hepatocellular carcinoma, a malignant neoplasm of hepatocytes in the liver, is the most common primary hepatic malignant neoplasm in adults. In men, it is the third leading cause of cancer death in less developed countries and the sixth leading cause of cancer death in more developed countries,1 remaining asymptomatic for much of its natural course. A multidisciplinary approach for surveillance and early diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in high risk populations, combined with advances in surgical and other forms of ablative or chemotherapy, has greatly improved outcomes for patients with this tumor.
Source: Seminars in Diagnostic Pathology - Category: Pathology Authors: Source Type: research