Table 3.
Treatment at first HCC detection by modality
| Modality | Total (n = 95) | CT/MRI (n = 41) | B-mode US (n = 26) | CEUS(n = 28) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ablationa | 62 (65.3%) | 25 (61.0%) | 17 (65.4%) | 20 (71.4%) |
| Resection | 21 (22.1%) | 11 (26.8%) | 5 (19.2%) | 5 (17.9%) |
| TACE | 8 (8.4%) | 4 (9.8%) | 3 (11.5%) | 1 (3.6%) |
| Others | 4 (4.2%) | 1 (2.4%)b | 1 (3.8%)c | 2 (7.1%)d |
a
All underwent radiofrequency ablation, except for 8 patients in the CEUS group.
b
Deterioration of liver function.
c
Refused treatment.
d
One each refused treatment and showed deterioration of liver function.