ObjectiveTo summarize the research status of the relationship between hepatitis B virus X protein (HBx), hepatitis B virus (HBV) genotypes and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) at home and abroad, and to prospect its clinical significance.MethodThe literatures about HBx, HBV genotypes and HCC were reviewed.ResultsThere was a close relationship between HBx and the occurrence, development, migration and metastasis of HCC. There was a certain association between HBV genotypes and HCC, but the specific mechanism had not been clarified.ConclusionsHBx and HBV genotypes play an important role in the occurrence and development of HCC. With the further study of molecular mechanism, it will promote the diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis B, liver cirrhosis and liver cancer, and provide more individualized intervention for clinical workers.