Hepatoid tumor
Hepatoid Tumor
Hepatoid tumor (pronunciation: heh-puh-toyd too-mer) is a rare type of neoplasm that exhibits hepatocellular differentiation but occurs outside the liver. The term "hepatoid" is derived from the Greek words "hepar", meaning liver, and "-oid", meaning like or similar to.
Etymology
The term "hepatoid" is derived from the Greek words "hepar", meaning liver, and "-oid", meaning like or similar to. The term "tumor" comes from the Latin word "tumere", which means to swell. Thus, a hepatoid tumor is a swelling or growth that resembles the liver in some way.
Definition
A hepatoid tumor is a rare type of neoplasm that exhibits hepatocellular differentiation but occurs outside the liver. These tumors can occur in various parts of the body, including the stomach, ovaries, lungs, and testes. They are characterized by their histological resemblance to hepatocellular carcinoma, a common type of liver cancer.
Symptoms
Symptoms of hepatoid tumors can vary depending on the location of the tumor. However, common symptoms may include abdominal pain, weight loss, and jaundice. In some cases, hepatoid tumors can also produce alpha-fetoprotein, a protein that is normally produced by the liver and yolk sac during fetal development.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of hepatoid tumors typically involves a combination of imaging studies, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and histological examination of tumor tissue. The presence of elevated levels of alpha-fetoprotein in the blood can also suggest a hepatoid tumor.
Treatment
Treatment for hepatoid tumors typically involves surgical removal of the tumor, if possible. In some cases, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may also be used.
Prognosis
The prognosis for individuals with hepatoid tumors can vary widely and depends on factors such as the size and location of the tumor, the individual's overall health, and the success of treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hepatoid tumor
- Wikipedia's article - Hepatoid tumor
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