Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	120658
DOI	10.4240/wjgs.120658
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Complementary diagnostic value of conventional ultrasound and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging for post-hepatectomy hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Tao Deng and Xiao-Rong Li
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Corresponding Author	Xiao-Rong Li, Department of Ultrasound, People's Hospital of Fengjie, No. 2 Kangning Street, Yufu Subdistrict, Chongqing 404600, China. li15023444860@163.com
Key Words	Hepatocellular carcinoma; Radical hepatectomy; Early recurrence; Conventional ultrasound; Contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging
Core Tip	Postoperative recurrence remains a major challenge in hepatocellular carcinoma management. This study evaluated the complementary diagnostic value of conventional ultrasound (US) and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (CE-MRI) in detecting early recurrence after radical hepatectomy. CE-MRI demonstrated superior sensitivity for small and deep lesions and vascular invasion, while US showed advantages in detecting superficial lesions and enabling frequent surveillance. The combined use of US and CE-MRI significantly improved diagnostic accuracy and detection rates. An integrated surveillance strategy using both modalities may enhance early detection and guide timely therapeutic intervention.
Citation	Deng T, Li XR. Complementary diagnostic value of conventional ultrasound and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging for post-hepatectomy hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press DOI: https://doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.120658
PDF	120658-in-press.pdf

Received	2026-04-17 10:00
Peer-Review Started	2026-04-17 10:00
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-09 10:02
Return for Revision	2026-05-09 10:02
Revised	2026-07-09 10:44
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-07-29 02:38
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-07-29 09:58
Articles in Press	2026-07-29 09:58
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