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HCC Transplant Bridging — RACP Adult Medicine MCQ

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ModerateMedical OncologyHCC Transplant BridgingRACP Adult Medicine

A 55-year-old man with HCC within Milan criteria listed for transplant has expected wait 12 months. What bridging therapy prevents tumour progression?

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Correct answer: ELocoregional therapy (TACE or RFA)

TACE or RFA bridges patients to transplant when wait >6 months, preventing tumour growth beyond Milan criteria.

Reference: Cancer Council Australia – 2020 – HCC; AASLD – 2023