Cancer - Liver
Also known as: Hepatocarcinoma; Hepatocellular Carcinoma; Hepatoma
Description
Liver Cancer is a form of Cancer involving the formation/growth of malignant tumor(s) in the Liver. Most tumors that form in the Liver are usually the result of Cancers from other areas of the body that have metastasized to the Liver.
Prevalence
Liver Cancer affects men twice as often as it affects women.
Prevention and Treatment of Liver Cancer
Liver Cancer - Prevention/Treatment
These Substances may Increase the Risk of Liver Cancer
Alkaloids
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids may increase the risk of Liver Cancer. [1]
Amines
Some types of Heterocyclic Aromatic Amines (HAAs) may cause Liver Cancer. [2]
Nitrosamines may cause Liver Cancer.
Environmental Toxins
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) may increase the risk of Liver Cancer.
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