Tag: HCC
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Identification of Novel TERT Promoter Mutations in Chronic Hepatitis B and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk
Introduction Liver cancer remains a major global health challenge, with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) as its most common form. Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a leading driver of HCC, particularly in regions with high HBV prevalence. Recent research has focused on the genetic and molecular underpinnings of HBV-related liver cancer, including alterations in the…
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Exact Sciences Unveils Breakthrough Blood Test for Early Liver Cancer Detection
Groundbreaking Validation of a Blood-Based Liver Cancer Screening Tool Exact Sciences Corp. has announced pivotal clinical validation results from the ALTUS study, a prospective, head-to-head evaluation designed to assess a blood-based surveillance test for liver cancer. Conducted in a real-world, high-risk population, the ALTUS study (NCT: 05064553) represents a major step toward accessible, non-invasive screening…