Hepatocellular Carcinoma

<p>An essential resource for gastroenterologists hepatologists liver surgeons hepatobiliary surgeons oncologists and all those working in the field of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) <strong><em>Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Practical Approach</em></strong> covers the updates and recent developments on the diagnosis screening and comprehensive medical and surgical management of HCC.</p><p>This one-of-a-kind textbook explores all aspects of the disease using a practical evidence-based approach and provides step-by-step treatment guidelines that are applicable to all clinical scenarios.</p><p>Highlights in the text include:</p><ul> <li>screening and surveillance methods to aid in the prevention of HCC</li> <li>imaging technologies for accurate diagnosis including ultrasound and PET</li> <li>treatment modalities for HCC such as local ablation therapy chemoembolization chemotherapy and liver resection and transplantation</li> <li>a discussion on novel therapies and future therapeutic trends for treating HCC</li> </ul>