Development and Validation of a Noninvasive Model for the Detection of High-Risk Varices in Patients with Unresectable HCC

Non-invasive variceal risk stratification systems have not been validated in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), which presents logistical barriers for patients in the setting of systemic HCC therapy. We aimed to develop and validate a non-invasive algorithm for the prediction of varices in patients with unresectable HCC.