Table 9. Summary of trends comparing data of Middle Eastern and Western experiences (no statistical analysis).
Middle Eastern | Western | |
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Technique | Hybrid technique | No hybrid technique; more pure laparoscopic approach |
Patients | Severity of the cirrhosis (more Child B and C) | More patient with cirrhosis |
Tumor | Slightly larger size | |
Procedure | More conversion; more portal clamping |