Microvascular Invasion Is a Better Predictor of Tumor Recurrence and Overall Survival Following Surgical Resection for Hepatocellular Carcinoma Compared to the Milan Criteria

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Authors

Kheng-Choon Lim · Allen (United States)

Pierce K. H. Chow · Allen (United States)

John Carson Allen · Allen (United States)

Ghim-Song Chia · Allen (United States)

Miao Shan Lim · Allen (United States)

Peng Chung Cheow · Allen (United States)

Alexander Chung ·

Abstract

McVI is a better predictor of tumor recurrence and OS than the Milan criteria after SR for HCC. Assessment of McVI should aid in patient selection for adjuvant treatments to improve outcomes after SR.

Topics & Keywords

Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment and Prognosis Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies Liver Disease and Transplantation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery

Volume 254, Issue 1, pp. 108-113

DOI: 10.1097/sla.0b013e31821ad884

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