Liver Biopsy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC): Should this be a Routine?
Abstract
The diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in many cases can be made on the basis of imaging alone. There are validated algorithms that have high specificity for the diagnosis of HCC. In these cases, a biopsy is not necessary for diagnosis. However, many practitioners still advocate the use of a biopsy in order to accumulate tissue that can be used for research purposes. In today’s ethical climate, this practice would be considered...
Paper Details
Title
Liver Biopsy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC): Should this be a Routine?
Published Date
Jan 26, 2017
Journal
Volume
16
Issue
1
Pages
46 - 50
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