Benign neoplasm of liver
What is it?
There are three main benign liver tumors:
-Adenomas
-Hemangiomas
-Focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH)
Only adenomas may turn into cancer. There is no known cause for these tumors, but adenomas have an association to oral contraceptive use.
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Additional names
This group contains additional names:
- Focal nodular hyperplasia of liver
- Hepatic adenoma
Signs & symptoms
There are usually no symptoms for benign liver tumors, until it is very big and may push other organs. Then, symptoms may include abdominal pain, fullness after eating, weight loss, and rarely- bleeding in the liver.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may include imaging tests and a biopsy.
Treatment
There is no need to treat benign tumors that do not cause symptoms, and usually these tumors are being monitored and followed. Tumors that cause symptoms are surgically removed.
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