Results for tag: "Hepatocellular Carcinoma"

Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is a type of cancer that originates in the liver. It is the most common form of liver cancer and is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. HCC is typically diagnosed in individuals with underlying liver diseases such as cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Treatment options for HCC include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. The oncology market for HCC is highly competitive, with a number of companies offering treatments and therapies. These include AbbVie, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, Roche, and Takeda. Additionally, there are a number of smaller companies that are developing novel therapies for HCC, such as Aduro Biotech, ArQule, and Oncoceutics. Show Less Read more