Primary liver cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the liver and then cancerous cells in the liver begin to grow out of control, whilst on the other hand secondary liver cancer metastases which transfer to liver cells from other organs.
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 800,000 people are diagnosed with this cancer each year over the world, and the Society estimates that new 41,210 cases will be diagnosed with primary liver cancer in the United States in this year 2023.
liver cancer is a serious medical condition that requires expert care and treatment. In Dubai, Dr. Rami Hamed Center stands out as a premier medical facility for liver cancer patients. Led by an experienced and skilled oncology surgeon, We offer comprehensive and personalized treatment options
Liver cancer, also known as hepatocellular carcinoma, is a type of malignancy that originates in the liver cells. It is a significant health concern worldwide, with risk factors including chronic liver diseases, hepatitis B and C infections, excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity. Early detection and prompt intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.
In general, liver cancer's symptoms often do not show up until the advanced stage of this disease.
It is very important to know that having one or more of the previous symptoms does not mean you have liver cancer, many of the previous symptoms are more likely to be caused by another condition, but it means that your medical condition requires consulting your physician with more investigation.
primary liver cancer occurs most often in people older than 60.
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Men are more likely than women to develop primary liver cancer.
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If the patient has symptoms might be mentioning to liver cancer, or if a screening test shows something abnormal. there are many tests used for diagnosing liver cancer.
Abdominal ultrasound is the first imaging examination used to look at the liver structure.
CT scan abdomen can give specific information about the size, shape, and location of the liver tumor, and nearby hepatic blood vessels as well.
CT scan is also used to take a liver biopsy in suspected tumors (CT-guided biopsy).
Angiography is used to show the arteries that supply blood to the tumor, it can help the treatment team to plan for surgery and is also used to guide embolization therapy in liver cancer.
Biomarker testing of cancer: most common tumor marker for haptic cell cancer (HCC) is AFP.
PET scan, CT scan of the chest, MRI of the abdomen, chest, and pelvis for more evaluation and tumor staging.
It is more common than primary liver cancer.
These cancerous cells spread from the primary site (pancreas, stomach, colon, breast, lungs …) toward the liver.
Surgical treatment is only for patients with good liver function and resectable tumors with safe margins.
5 years relative survival rate in primary liver cancer with stage 1 is 45%.
In stage 2 liver cancer is 35%.
In stage 3 liver cancer is 10%.
In stage 4 liver cancer is 5%.
Liver cancer is a complex disease that demands specialized care and treatment. Dr. Rami Hamed Center in Dubai exemplifies excellence in liver cancer treatment, with an expert oncology surgeon, advanced therapies, and a patient-centric approach. By focusing on early detection, innovative treatments, and compassionate care, this center is at the forefront of combating liver cancer and improving patients' lives.
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