HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA TREATMENT

Apr 24 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Liver Cancer Patients

Liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a serious and common health issue. It is the most frequent type of primary liver cancer. Traditional photon radiotherapy has been used to treat HCC, but it comes with significant risks. These risks include high exit doses of radiation and the potential for radiation-induced liver disease. This makes the tr...

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Liver Cancer Secrets: A New Way to Fight Back

Liver cancer, known as hepatocellular carcinoma or HCC, is a tough opponent. It hits hard and often goes undetected until it's too late. When it's caught early, treatment can be very effective. But sadly, most people find out about it when it's already advanced. This makes it a big problem for families and society, both emotionally and financially. A recent breakthr...

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Why Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients May Benefit from a New Drug Combination

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a type of liver cancer that is notoriously tough to treat. Doctors have been experimenting with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) to fight this disease. However, these drugs can sometimes make the cancer grow faster, a condition known as hyperprogressive disease (HPD). This is bad news for patients, as it means the cancer is gettin...

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