Combination therapy with anti-PD-1 antibody, radiotherapy, and tyrosine kinase inhibitor for unresectable primary ectopic hepatocellular carcinoma: a case report with genomic profiling and literature review - Scorecard - MDSpire

Combination therapy with anti-PD-1 antibody, radiotherapy, and tyrosine kinase inhibitor for unresectable primary ectopic hepatocellular carcinoma: a case report with genomic profiling and literature review

  • By

  • Peng Tang

  • Weixing Liu

  • Yating Xu

  • You Long

  • Yixiao Li

  • Jiaxin Li

  • Mingheng Liao

  • Xin Wang

  • Jin Zhou

  • Yong Zeng

  • July 14, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Multimodal Treatment Approach for Unresectable Primary Ectopic Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Case Study with Genomic Analysis and Review of Existing Literature

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionEctopic Hepatocellular Carcinoma (EHCC)
Key MechanismsInvolvement of the interferon response pathway in EHCC pathogenesis.
Target PopulationPatients with unresectable EHCC.
Care SettingMultidisciplinary team (MDT) management in a clinical setting.

Key Highlights

  • EHCC is a rare malignancy occurring outside the liver without a detectable intrahepatic primary tumor.
  • The patient achieved a progression-free survival (PFS) of 27 months and an overall survival (OS) of 30 months.
  • Combination therapy included lenvatinib, camrelizumab, and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT).
  • Comprehensive genomic profiling revealed significant molecular features relevant to EHCC.
  • No standardized management guidelines currently exist for EHCC.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Diagnosis confirmed by laparoscopic biopsy and histopathological examination.

Management

  • Multimodal treatment approach involving MDT for individualized care.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regular assessment of progression-free survival and overall survival.

Risks

  • Poor prognosis for patients with unresectable EHCC characterized by multiple disseminated lesions.

Patient & Prescribing Data

A patient in his sixties with unresectable, multifocal EHCC.

Combination therapy with lenvatinib, camrelizumab, and SBRT showed favorable outcomes.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize comprehensive genomic profiling to inform treatment strategies.
  • Implement MDT-based care for complex cases of EHCC.

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