Persistent increase in alpha-fetoprotein level in a patient without underlying liver disease who underwent curative resection of hepatocellular carcinoma. A case report and review of the literature

Persistent increase in alpha-fetoprotein level in a patient without underlying liver disease who underwent curative resection of hepatocellular carcinoma. A case report and review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is an oncofetal protein produced by hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). AFP level can also be elevated in other neoplastic or non-neoplastic conditions. An elevated AFP level has high diagnostic significance for...

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Main Authors: Di Carlo Isidoro, Mannino Maurizio, Toro Adriana, Ardiri Annalisa, Galia Antonio, Cappello Giovanni, Bertino Gaetano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-05-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Subjects:
Alpha-fetoprotein
Hepatectomy
HCC without cirrhosis
HCC
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/10/1/79

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