Clancy J. Clark, MD, FACS

Liver, Bile Duct, Gallbladder and Pancreatic Surgeon in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Summer 2017 Research Update: an interview with Dr. Clark

Read the reasoning behind Dr. Clark’s most recent published study: Q: What’s the fundamental question behind this study? A: The concept behind this study is the term frailty. More specifically, if you’re caring for older patients, how do you identify

A Snapshot of Liver Cancer

Line graphs showing U.S. Liver and Bile Duct Cancers Incidence and mortality per 100,000 by race and ethnicity from 1991-2011. In 2011, American Indians/Alaska Natives have the highest incidence followed by Asians/Pacific Islanders, Hispanics, African Americans, and whites. In 2011, Asians/Pacific Islanders have the highest mortality followed by American Indians/Alaska Natives, Hispanics, African Americans, and whites.

Incidence and Mortality Primary liver cancer (including intrahepatic bile duct cancer) is the fifth most common cause of cancer death in men and the ninth most common cause of cancer death in women. Over the past two decades, incidence rates