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Liver Tumors: How the main malignant liver tumors develop and what the treatment options are. 📱 - WhatsApp | Consultations: https://wa.me/5535999651224 or ☎️ 35 99965 1224 - Service in Brazil | In-person and online consultations throughout Brazil 🇧🇷 and abroad 🌎 🌐 - Medical Website: https://www.drcleuber.com.br 🌐 - Channel Website: Lots of information at https://www.universooncologia.com.br 🏁 Social Media - Follow! Instagram:   / universooncologia   Tik Tok:   / universooncologia   Facebook:   / universooncologia   X - Twitter:   / universoonco   YouTube:    / @universooncologia   🌎 Research Sources: www.inca.gov.br - National Cancer Institute - Brazil 🇧🇷 www.nci.org - National Cancer Institute - USA 🇺🇸 https://www.nccih.nih.gov - National Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine - USA 🇺🇸 https://www.cancer.org - American Cancer Society 🇺🇸 https://www.accamargo.org.br - AC Camargo Cancer Center 🇺🇸 https://www.cancer.gov - NCI National Cancer Institute - USA 🇺🇸 Introduction: Liver tumors are neoplasms that originate in the liver. Among liver tumors, malignant neoplasms are the most common and have a high mortality rate. These tumors are known as liver cancer or hepatocellular carcinoma. Liver cancer is responsible for approximately 700,000 deaths annually worldwide, ranking as the fifth most common cancer in men and the eighth in women. In this text, we will address the main topics related to malignant liver tumors, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Causes: There are several risk factors for the development of malignant liver tumors, including: Chronic infection with hepatitis B or C viruses Cirrhosis Excessive alcohol consumption Obesity Exposure to toxic substances Symptoms: Malignant liver tumors may not cause symptoms in the early stages. As the tumor grows, the following symptoms may occur: Pain in the upper right abdomen, Abdominal bloating, Unexplained weight loss Fatigue, Nausea and vomiting, Loss of appetite, Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), Itchy skin, Light-colored stools, Abnormal bleeding Diagnosis: The diagnosis of liver cancer begins with a thorough medical evaluation and physical examination. If the doctor suspects liver cancer, additional tests will be performed, such as: Blood tests: Blood tests may be used to check liver function and look for signs of hepatitis B or C infection. Abdominal ultrasound: An abdominal ultrasound may be used to examine the liver and look for tumors or other problems. Computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): These imaging tests can help visualize the liver in more detail and look for tumors. Liver biopsy: A liver biopsy involves removing a small sample of liver tissue for analysis. This can help confirm a liver cancer diagnosis and determine the exact type of cancer. Treatment: Treatment for malignant liver tumors depends on the stage of the cancer and the patient's overall health. Treatment options include: Surgery: Surgery to remove the tumor may be an option if the cancer has not yet spread to other parts of the body. Liver transplant: In some cases, it may be necessary to remove the entire liver and replace it with a healthy liver from a donor. Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy involves the use of medications to kill cancer cells. This can be done through pills or injections. Radiofrequency ablation: This procedure involves inserting a special needle into the tumor and applying a high-frequency electrical current to destroy the cancer cells. Prevention: Hepatitis B vaccination: Hepatitis B vaccination can help prevent infection with the hepatitis B virus, which is a leading cause of liver cancer. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption: Excessive alcohol consumption can damage the liver and increase the risk of liver cancer. Maintain a healthy weight: Obesity is associated with an increased risk of liver cancer. Avoid exposure to toxic substances: Exposure to toxic substances, such as aflatoxin, can increase the risk of liver cancer. 00:00 Introduction 02:35 Hepatocellular carcinoma 14:15 Cholangiocarcinoma 16:24 Metastases