Anna Piechota
Poland
Research Article
Liver Cell Carcinoma in Poland: Data Reported to the National Health Fund in the Years 2008-2012
Author(s): Mariusz Piechota, Anna Piechota, Andrzej Sliwczynski and Michal Marczak
Mariusz Piechota, Anna Piechota, Andrzej Sliwczynski and Michal Marczak
Introduction: Liver cell carcinoma includes primary malignant liver neoplasms originating from epithelial cells. Liver cell carcinoma is one of the most common cancers and is the 3rd leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. However, the epidemiology and the various available treatment options have not been sufficiently studied in Poland. The aim of the present study was to assess the frequency of use of various liver cell carcinoma treatments in Poland based on data reported by service providers to the National Health Fund in the years 2008-2012.
Patients and methods: Data concerning patients with liver cell carcinoma were obtained by querying the National Health Fund databases. The data were collected from the databases using SQL tools and a filter in accordance with the accepted scope of ICD-10 diagnoses. The analysis was condu.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2167-0889.1000183