Original Article on Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis1
Radiographic characteristics of neuroendocrine liver metastases do not predict clinical outcomes following liver resection
In this single-institution retrospective study, the radiographic characteristics of neuroendocrine liver metastases, namely the enhancement pattern on arterial phase imaging and presence of calcifications, were not associated with long-term postoperative outcomes.
Immunotherapy utilization for hepatobiliary cancer in the United States: disparities among patients with different socioeconomic status
This National Cancer Database analysis demonstrated that overall utilization of immunotherapy in the United States among patients with hepatobiliary cancer was very low, yet increased over time. Furthermore, a higher median income (>$46,000) and higher tumor stage were associated with greater odds of receiving immunotherapy.
Review Article on Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis1
Surgical approach to synchronous colorectal liver metastases: staged, combined, or reverse strategy
An increasing number of patients with colorectal cancer are presenting with synchronous liver metastases. This article reviews the various management strategies for this patient population and provides case examples highlighting the utility of the liver-first approach in patients with a complex presentation.
Current state of the art imaging approaches for colorectal liver metastasis
In this review article, we provided comprehensive and updated information about imaging of patients with colorectal liver metastasis. We provided an overview of different imaging modalities, and their advantages and limitations in various stages of the disease.
Role of thermal ablation in the management of colorectal liver metastasis
Our aim of this article is to review the current role of the ablative therapy in the management of CRLM patients.
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Disclosure:
1. The series “Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis” was commissioned by the editorial office, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Nutrition without any sponsorship or funding. Timothy M. Pawlik served as the unpaid Guest Editor for the series.
2. The series “Meet the professor” was commissioned by the editorial office, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Nutrition without any sponsorship or funding.
