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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Oncology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a serious malignancy.
    • HCC incidence is projected to increase in the US due to immigration.
    • Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) are major risk factors for HCC.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define populations at risk for hepatocellular carcinoma.
    • To review available screening methods for HCC.
    • To discuss the link between HBV, HCV, and HCC.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on HCC epidemiology and risk factors.
    • Analysis of geographic disease distribution.
    • Evaluation of current screening modalities for HCC.

    Main Results:

    • HCC is rare but increasing in the US.
    • Strong epidemiological link between HBV/HCV and HCC.
    • Screening availability and utility for at-risk groups.

    Conclusions:

    • HBV and HCV are indisputably linked to HCC.
    • Identifying and screening at-risk populations is crucial.
    • Immigration patterns necessitate awareness of rising HCC risk.