Value of CT in determining the resectability of hepatoblastoma before and after chemotherapy.

Abstract

Pretreatment CT scans cannot be used to predict ultimate resectability of hepatic tumors; nor are preoperative scans always accurate for judging exact lobar involvement. Absence of disease as shown on CT scans correlated with absence both at surgery and at follow-up. Postoperative hepatic changes are common and do not necessarily reflect recurrent or residual tumor.