Liver Cancer 彙整 - HK Cancer Fund

Surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the most common treatment types for cancer and may be used alone or in combination to treat lung cancer of the lung. Your doctor will plan your treatment by taking into consideration the type and size of the tumour, whether the cancer has spread, your

Diagnosis

Liver cancer is usually diagnosed via the following: Blood test Abdominal ultrasound Sound waves are used to create a picture of the liver. CT scan (CAT or computer scan) X-ray is used to scan the liver at different angles to build a detailed picture of the size and position

Causes and Symptoms

The causes Hepatitis B virus: 55% of the world’s liver cancer is caused by infection with hepatitis B virus. Carriers has 100 times higher than non-hepatitis B virus carriers in getting liver cancer. Cirrhosis: Cirrhosis is a fine scarring of the liver which can be caused by a variety

Overview

The Liver The largest organ in the body, it is situated in the upper part of the abdomen on the right hand side of the body Produces blood proteins Helps to clot the blood Prevents excessive bleeding Maintains the balance of fluid in the body

Questions

Understanding your cancer diagnosis, treatment plan, prognosis and all associated side effects and implications are important to making informed decisions about your health. The best source of information is usually your doctor and compiling a list of what you wish to know in advance is a useful way to ensure

Liver Cancer Booklet

Treatment

Diagnosis

Causes and Symptoms

Overview

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