Hepatocellular carcinoma Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 52-year-old woman was referred to the hepatology clinic due to the finding of a new liver nodule on surveillance ultrasound. The patient has a history of cirrhosis due to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis and the ultrasound of the liver showed an 8 mm liver nodule. A small amount of ascites was also seen on the abdominal ultrasound. Current medications include atorvastatin and lactulose. The patient has no new symptoms. Vital signs are unremarkable. On physical examination, the patient is well-appearing. Examination of the eyes reveals scleral icterus. The abdomen is soft and mildly distended without a small fluid wave. Serum laboratory studies reveal normal transaminases and normal alpha-fetoprotein. Which of the following is the best next step in management?

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Alpha-fetoprotein in 3-6 months

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen

Liver ultrasound and alpha-fetoprotein in 3-6 months

Liver ultrasound and alpha-fetoprotein in one year

Triple phase liver protocol Computed tomography (CT) imaging of the abdomen