Hepatocellular carcinoma in cystic fibrosis liver disease: a cautionary tale

Learning point for cliniciansThis case illustrates the limitations of using non-invasive criteria for the diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma. The criteria may not be valid in rarer cause of cirrhosis such as cystic fibrosis. If the diagnosis precludes life-saving treatment such as liver transplantation a confirmatory liver biopsy may be wise.
Source: QJM - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research