Early versus late recurrence of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma after resection with curative intent.

CONCLUSION: Early and late recurrence after curative resection for ICC are associated with different risk factors and prognosis. Data on the timing of recurrence may inform decisions about the degree of postoperative surveillance, as well as help counsel patients with regard to their risk of recurrence.
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Source: The British Journal of Surgery - November 28, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Zhang XF, Beal EW, Bagante F, Chakedis J, Weiss M, Popescu I, Marques HP, Aldrighetti L, Maithel SK, Pulitano C, Bauer TW, Shen F, Poultsides GA, Soubrane O, Martel G, Koerkamp BG, Itaru E, Pawlik TM Tags: Br J Surg Source Type: research