Publications by authors named "Osama T Butt"
Background: Among primary liver tumors, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is considered the most common hepatic tumor. Liver transplantation is one of the curative treatment options for HCC. However, the risk of HCC recurrence after liver transplantation varies and is influenced by various factors.
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- A consensus meeting of national hepatobiliary experts took place on May 26, 2023, at PKLI & RC, aiming to develop guidelines for managing hilar cholangiocarcinoma (hCCA).
- The meeting emphasized the need for a multidisciplinary approach to manage hCCA effectively, highlighting diagnostic methods like CT and MRI for staging, as well as the importance of surgical resection for potentially curative treatment.
- For patients with unresectable hCCA, options include liver transplantation and palliative chemotherapy, with guidelines suggesting personalized treatment plans based on local discussions.