Clinical and Translational Research
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World J Gastrointest Oncol. Jul 15, 2024; 16(7): 2999-3010
Published online Jul 15, 2024. doi: 10.4251/wjgo.v16.i7.2999
Survival disparities among racial groups with hepatic malignant tumors
Deng Han, Zhi-Yu Zhang, Jin-Yan Deng, Hong-Bo Du
Deng Han, Jin-Yan Deng, Hong-Bo Du, Division of Gastroenterology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100700, China
Deng Han, Jin-Yan Deng, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100105, China
Zhi-Yu Zhang, Department of Rehabilitation, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou 061017, Hebei Province, China
Author contributions: Han D had full access to all the data in the study and takes responsibility for the integrity of the data and the accuracy of the data analysis; Zhang ZY and Deng JY provided data organization and statistical analysis; Du HB designed the study and critically revised the manuscript; All authors read and approved the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Hong-Bo Du, MD, PhD, Doctor, Division of Gastroenterology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, No. 5 Haiyuncang, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100700, China. 20220941183@bucm.edu.cn
Received: February 17, 2024
Revised: April 25, 2024
Accepted: May 15, 2024
Published online: July 15, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: The study's findings suggest that patients with hepatic malignant tumors of Asian descent have a more favorable prognosis compared to those of African descent who face a worse prediction. The factors that impact the prognosis of hepatic malignant tumors vary among different races. Racial disparities are evident in liver cancer treatment and survival prognosis. The primary causes for these disparities include socioeconomic status, autoimmune factors, and geographic location. Understanding the influence of racial disparities on hepatic malignant tumors can enhance comprehension of its pathogenesis, facilitate the provision of tailored treatment and prognosis, and offer guidance for the management of patients.