Significance of the HALP score in patients with primary liver cancer undergoing hepatectomy: a meta-analysis

Key Points

• To evaluate the significance of the HALP score as a prognostic biomarker for patients with primary liver cancer undergoing hepatectomy.
• Conducted a meta-analysis of studies focusing on HALP score and liver cancer outcomes.
• Included only studies that assess survival rates post-hepatectomy based on HALP scores.
• Analyzed the correlation between HALP scores and patient survival outcomes.
• A low preoperative HALP score correlates with significantly poorer survival rates.
• The HALP score is identified as a cost-effective and easily detectable prognostic tool.
• Incorporating the HALP score in clinical assessments can enhance prognosis evaluations.