During the early stages of liver cancer, there are no noticeable symptoms. Unfortunately, this means that the cancer is unlikely to be detected early, when it is most treatable. However, some types of liver cancer grow quickly. Bleeding from the digestive tract Pain on the right side of the abdomen. Detection Liver cancer can grow rapidly, so it is wise to get tested as soon as possible if a problem is suspected.
Physicians use several types of tests to detect liver cancer.
Biopsy means that a small piece of tissue is removed from the liver and analyzed in a lab. Ultrasound, an imaging test that shows organ structures. Alpha-feto protein blood test. This test is effective in only 70 percent of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma. Treatment Physicians at the University of Chicago Hospitals participate in a multi-disciplinary review of all patients with hepatocellular carcinoma to help assure that each patient obtains the best treatment possible.