Human microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, play key roles in several
physiological and pathological processes. Some studies discovered that tumour tissues …

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is the major risk factor for liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular
carcinoma (HCC). The mechanisms of HCC initiation, growth, and metastasis appear to be …

Background and aims Epidemiology of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is changing in most
areas of the world. This study aimed at updating the changing scenario of aetiology, clinical …

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a common cancer in the world, and its incidence is
increasing yearly. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection are …

Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) induce a rapid virologic response (SVR) in up to 99% of
chronic hepatitis C patients. The role of SVR by DAAs on the incidence or recurrence of …

Background Patients undergoing surgical resection of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) are
at risk of recurrence; however, the underlying mechanism remains poorly understood …

Recent studies have shown that miR-494-3p is oncogene and has a central role in many
solid tumors; however, the role of miR-494-3p in the progression and prognosis of …

Liver lymphatic vessels support liver function by draining interstitial fluid, cholesterol, fat, and
immune cells for surveillance in the liver draining lymph node. Chronic liver disease is …

Background & Aims Patients with HCV who achieve a sustained virological response (SVR)
on direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy still need to be monitored for signs of liver disease …

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in Chengdu,
identify the risk factors for the development of HCC in Chengdu and provide a reference for …