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Hepatocellular carcinoma having progressive dyspnea as clinical presentation
1Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Summary
This case report details a rare initial presentation of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) as dyspnea. Autopsy revealed widespread lung metastases and cor pulmonale as the cause of shortness of breath.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pulmonology
- Cardiology
Background:
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) typically presents with various clinical symptoms.
- Dyspnea has not been previously documented as an initial presenting symptom of HCC.
- Early diagnosis of HCC is crucial for patient outcomes.