Liver Mass on CT: HCC vs Metastasis Explained | High-Yield Oncology

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Cirrhosis. Arterial enhancement. Venous washout. Is it HCC — or liver metastasis?


In this episode, we break down how to differentiate hepatocellular carcinoma from metastatic liver lesions using imaging, tumor markers, and clinical patterns.


HCC vs liver metastasis is a high-yield topic for NEET-PG, INI-CET, MRCS, and USMLE. Examiners repeatedly test enhancement patterns, AFP interpretation, and the role of colon cancer metastasis.


In this structured episode, we cover:


• Most common primary liver cancer (HCC)


• Most common liver malignancy overall (metastasis)


• Arterial phase enhancement and venous washout


• Rim enhancement and target sign


• AFP vs CEA interpretation


• HBV and cirrhosis association


• Portal vein thrombosis in HCC


• Colon cancer liver metastasis patterns


• Milan criteria for liver transplant


• Resectability and surgical decision-making


• High-yield MCQ elimination strategies


If liver imaging questions confuse you, this episode builds a clear pattern-recognition framework.


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