Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Diagnosis and Treatment (3rd Edition) – eBook

Description

**Book Description:**

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), once perceived as a rare anomaly, has emerged as a significant health concern in the United States. With a growing number of chronic HCC carriers and rising incident rates reported in major medical institutions, this disease has transformed into an increasingly common challenge for oncologists and gastroenterologists alike. The dynamics of its incidence and epidemiology are rapidly evolving, underscoring the importance of staying informed in this ever-changing landscape.

Amid this exciting period in HCC research, groundbreaking advancements at various levels are reshaping our understanding of the disease and its clinical management. Clinicians now have access to an expanding array of innovative therapeutic options that promise to enhance patient care. The newly updated edition, **Hepatocellular Carcinoma, 3rd Edition** (PDF), takes a comprehensive look at this progressive disease, providing readers with a thorough insight into the multifaceted mechanisms involved in liver carcinogenesis.

This extensive volume, composed by leading international experts in the field, delves into both the clinical treatment methodologies as well as the underlying biological sciences that drive the development of HCC. Significantly enhanced from its 2009 predecessor, this new edition showcases 12 additional chapters that cover critical topics, including the role of molecular markers, the intricacies of the tumor microenvironment, tumor heterogeneity, the mechanisms of molecular hepatocarcinogenesis, and the promising avenues of immunotherapy. Furthermore, readers will find the latest updates on effective hepatitis therapies that could dramatically influence HCC incidence and treatment strategies.

This pioneering text is an indispensable resource for today’s hepatologists, as well as medical and surgical oncologists keen on staying ahead in their practice.

Reviews

“This is a very well-written ebook and should be a good reference book for those who see patients with HCC..” — Practical Gastroenterology

“A really helpful tool for both surgeons and physicians with a specific interest in the management of patients with HCC.” — Digestive and Liver Disease

NOTE: The product includes only the ebook, Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Diagnosis and Treatment, 3rd Edition in PDF format. Access codes are not included.