Liver cancer

What is liver cancer? Liver cancer is a cancer affecting the cells of the liver – the largest organ in the body. It is the sixteenth most common type of cancer in Australia. While it is the seventh leading cause of cancer deaths in Australia, it is relatively uncommon in this country. Improved treatments can offer better outcomes for people with liver cancer. The liver sits just under the ribs, on the right side of the abdomen. It manufactures bile and blood proteins, filters the blood, rids the body of harmful chemicals, and has other vital functions. There are 2