Q: Which doctor should I see if I have been diagnosed with a liver tumor?
A: It is not uncommon for liver tumors to be discovered incidentally on imaging (MRI, CT, Ultrasound) for other purposes, so the primary care physician should refer the patient to a Gastroenterologist or Hepatologist, preferably at an established tertiary care center specializing in multidisciplinary liver cancer treatment.
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Q: How to decide between RFA, TACE, TARE, surgery and chemotherapy?
A: The multidisciplinary cancer team will review all details of the patient’s case, including imaging studies, prior to recommending a specific treatment plan. Many variables are considered including the severity of underlying liver disease, size and location of tumor(s) and whether surgical intervention (transplant or resection) is required.
