Hepatocellular Carcinoma
The doctor usually seen is the gastroenterologist, since hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common type of cancer that originates in the liver itself. It tends to develop in a previously damaged liver.
What it is: It is a malignant tumor that arises from liver cells, frequently in the context of chronic liver disease.
Factors worth knowing about: Cirrhosis and chronic viral hepatitis are among the conditions that increase the risk, so monitoring for them is important.
Common symptoms:
- Pain or heaviness in the upper right part of the abdomen
- Weight and appetite loss
- Yellowish coloring of the skin
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist and the oncologist coordinate the study and care, with support from the general surgeon. If you have a known liver disease, keeping up follow-up with a professional is key.
Data on 42 doctors who treat hepatocellular carcinoma
Specialties that treat hepatocellular carcinoma
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hepatocellular carcinoma
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is hepatocellular carcinoma?
The doctor usually seen is the gastroenterologist, since hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common type of cancer that originates in the liver itself. It tends to develop in a previously damaged liver.
Which doctor treats hepatocellular carcinoma?
Hepatocellular Carcinoma is usually treated by specialists in anatomical pathologist, general surgeon, gastroenterologist, general practitioner, pediatric oncologist, pediatrician, radiologist, oncologist, clinical pathologist.