Korean J Med > Volume 77(3); 2009 > Article
The Korean Journal of Medicine 2009;77(3):290-297.
Advances in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma
June Sung Lee
간세포암종 치료의 최신 지견
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Abstract
There have been recent advances in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). There has been a clear change in the presentation of HCC, with an increased detection of tumors <2 cm in diameter as result of surveillance programs. In addition, the development of effective local treatment methods has led to the necessity for the selection of base therapeutic modalities on each patient’s characteristics. New promising image-guided therapies and new drugs, such as sorafenib, may address the enormous need for expanded treatment options for patients with HCC. Tailored therapies are needed to improve the treatment response and, ultimately, patient survival. Here, we review these advances in the management of HCC. (Korean J Med 77:290-297, 2009)
Key Words: Hepatocellular carcinoma; Therapy


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