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Gastroenterology

Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Hepatocellular carcinoma is the third leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. We review the treatment options and recommendations for patients with HCC.
CME credit is no longer available for this conference.

Course Authors

Brian C. Davis, M.D., and Amit G. Singal, M.D., M.S.

Release Date: 04/03/2016

 
Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this Cyberounds®, you should be able to:

  • List and discuss effective methods for prevention and early detection of HCC in patients with cirrhosis;

  • Recommend treatment options for patients with cirrhosis and HCC at all stages – early stage, intermediate stage, advanced stage, and terminal stage;

  • Integrate the role of multidisciplinary care for treatment of patients with HCC.

 

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The opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the sponsor or its publisher. Please review complete prescribing information of specific drugs or combination of drugs, including indications, contraindications, warnings and adverse effects before administering pharmacologic therapy to patients.

 

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