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Hepatoblastoma
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What is Hepatoblastoma?
Hepatoblastoma is a rare malignant liver tumor that typically affects infants and young children, usually under the age of 3. It originates in immature liver cells and can grow rapidly if left untreated. Early diagnosis is crucial for successful outcomes.
Causes and Risk Factors
The exact cause is unknown, but several risk factors are associated with hepatoblastoma:
Premature birth or low birth weight
Genetic syndromes (like Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis)
Hepatic dysfunction at birth
Family history of certain cancers
Symptoms of Hepatoblastoma
Parents may notice signs such as:
Swollen or hard abdomen
Abdominal pain
Loss of appetite or poor weight gain
Nausea and vomiting
Fatigue or weakness
Jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes)
Fever
A rapidly enlarging abdomen is often the first sign that prompts medical attention.
Diagnosis and Treatment in Ghaziabad
Diagnostic steps include:
Ultrasound/CT scan/MRI of the liver
Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) blood test – often elevated in hepatoblastoma
Liver biopsy for histopathological confirmation
Staging scans to assess tumor spread
Treatment approach:
Surgery: Surgical removal of the tumor (liver resection) is the cornerstone of treatment.
Chemotherapy: Often given before and after surgery to shrink the tumor and eliminate cancer cells.
Liver transplant: May be considered in cases where the tumor is inoperable or affects both lobes.
Follow-up care: Regular imaging and AFP monitoring post-treatment.
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