Liver cancer remains one of Thailand’s most pressing public health challenges, yet few realise how silently and rapidly it develops. “Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common cause of death in Thai people,” said Prof. Teerha. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), associated with obesity and modern sedentary lifestyles, has also emerged as a growing global cause of liver cancer. “Traditional methods such as ultrasound and AFP alone detect only 60–70% of early cases,” Prof. Teerha said. “Studies show the GAAD Score offers greater sensitivity and specificity than AFP alone, reducing missed early-stage cases,” Prof. Teerha noted.

Source: Bangkok Post January 16, 2026 07:21 UTC