Diffuse infiltrative hepatocellular carcinoma or cirrhosis?

Authors

  • Jarosław Koza Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition Disorders, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Faculty of Health Sciences, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz
  • Maciej Świątkowski Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition Disorders, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Faculty of Health Sciences, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz

Keywords

hepatocellular carcinoma, liver cirrhosis, HCC

Abstract

The case of a patient whose imaging tests indicated liver cirrhosis is presented. The detailed diagnostic reveals advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Alpha-fetoprotein and a blind liver biopsy was necessary. The authors conclude that in oncological surveillance of patients with cirrhosis, not only ultrasound but also AFP should be included.

Author Biography

Jarosław Koza, Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition Disorders, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Faculty of Health Sciences, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz

Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition Disorders

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Published

2017-12-23

How to Cite

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KOZA, Jarosław and ŚWIĄTKOWSKI, Maciej. Diffuse infiltrative hepatocellular carcinoma or cirrhosis?. Journal of Education, Health and Sport. Online. 23 December 2017. Vol. 7, no. 12, pp. 271-273. [Accessed 12 October 2024].

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 12 (2017)

Section

Case Reports

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