Question
How effective is surgical treatment for hepatoblastoma?
Answer
Hepatoblastoma is a malignant embryonal tumor with diverse differentiation patterns. Surgical resection is the primary treatment option, combined with radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The extent of surgical resection directly affects the prognosis. Monitoring alpha-fetoprotein levels can predict the prognosis based on the response to surgery and chemotherapy. Other factors that contribute to a relatively better prognosis include tumors limited to one lobe and fetal types.