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| name = Liver tumor | |||
| image = [[File:Liver_tumor_types_in_adults_by_relative_incidence.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Types of liver tumors in adults by relative incidence | |||
| field = [[Hepatology]], [[Oncology]] | |||
| synonyms = Hepatic tumor, Hepatic neoplasm | |||
| symptoms = [[Abdominal pain]], [[jaundice]], [[weight loss]], [[nausea]] | |||
| complications = [[Liver failure]], [[metastasis]] | |||
| onset = Varies by type | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| types = [[Hepatocellular carcinoma]], [[Cholangiocarcinoma]], [[Hepatic adenoma]], [[Hemangioma]] | |||
| causes = [[Hepatitis B]], [[Hepatitis C]], [[Alcoholic liver disease]], [[Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Cirrhosis]], [[Aflatoxin]] exposure, [[Obesity]], [[Diabetes]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], [[Biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Liver abscess]], [[Focal nodular hyperplasia]] | |||
| prevention = [[Hepatitis B vaccination]], [[Alcohol moderation]], [[Healthy diet]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[Liver transplantation]], [[Radiofrequency ablation]], [[Chemotherapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Sorafenib]], [[Lenvatinib]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies by type and stage | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Liver tumor''' is a growth or mass in the [[liver]] that can either be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is responsible for filtering harmful substances from the blood, storing nutrients and vitamins, and aiding in digestion. | '''Liver tumor''' is a growth or mass in the [[liver]] that can either be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is responsible for filtering harmful substances from the blood, storing nutrients and vitamins, and aiding in digestion. | ||
==Types of Liver Tumors== | ==Types of Liver Tumors== | ||
There are several types of liver tumors, including: | There are several types of liver tumors, including: | ||
* '''[[Hepatocellular carcinoma]]''' (HCC): This is the most common type of primary liver cancer in adults. It begins in the cells of the liver. | * '''[[Hepatocellular carcinoma]]''' (HCC): This is the most common type of primary liver cancer in adults. It begins in the cells of the liver. | ||
* '''[[Cholangiocarcinoma]]''': This type of liver cancer starts in the small, tube-like bile ducts within the liver. | * '''[[Cholangiocarcinoma]]''': This type of liver cancer starts in the small, tube-like bile ducts within the liver. | ||
* '''[[Liver angiosarcoma]]''': A rare form of liver cancer, liver angiosarcoma begins in the blood vessels of the liver and grows very quickly. | * '''[[Liver angiosarcoma]]''': A rare form of liver cancer, liver angiosarcoma begins in the blood vessels of the liver and grows very quickly. | ||
* '''[[Hepatoblastoma]]''': This is a rare type of liver cancer that usually affects children aged 3 and under. | * '''[[Hepatoblastoma]]''': This is a rare type of liver cancer that usually affects children aged 3 and under. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Symptoms of liver tumors can vary, but may include: | Symptoms of liver tumors can vary, but may include: | ||
* [[Jaundice]] (yellowing of the skin and eyes) | * [[Jaundice]] (yellowing of the skin and eyes) | ||
* Abdominal pain or swelling | * Abdominal pain or swelling | ||
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* Nausea and vomiting | * Nausea and vomiting | ||
* General fatigue or weakness | * General fatigue or weakness | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of liver tumors typically involves a physical examination, medical history review, and imaging tests such as [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], or [[ultrasound]]. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of liver tumors typically involves a physical examination, medical history review, and imaging tests such as [[CT scan]], [[MRI]], or [[ultrasound]]. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment options for liver tumors depend on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include surgery, [[radiation therapy]], [[chemotherapy]], [[targeted therapy]], or a combination of these. | Treatment options for liver tumors depend on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include surgery, [[radiation therapy]], [[chemotherapy]], [[targeted therapy]], or a combination of these. | ||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Ultrasound_Scan_ND_1230124453_1300210.png|Ultrasound scan of liver tumor | |||
File:Secondary_tumor_deposits_in_the_liver_from_a_primary_cancer_of_the_pancreas.jpg|Secondary tumor deposits in the liver from a primary cancer of the pancreas | |||
File:Late_arterial_and_portal_venous_phase_CT_of_focal_nodular_hyperplasia.jpg|Late arterial and portal venous phase CT of focal nodular hyperplasia | |||
</gallery> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Liver disease]] | * [[Liver disease]] | ||
* [[Liver function tests]] | * [[Liver function tests]] | ||
* [[Liver transplant]] | * [[Liver transplant]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Liver diseases]] | [[Category:Liver diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Cancer]] | [[Category:Cancer]] | ||
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| Liver tumor | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Hepatic tumor, Hepatic neoplasm |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Abdominal pain, jaundice, weight loss, nausea |
| Complications | Liver failure, metastasis |
| Onset | Varies by type |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | Hepatocellular carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma, Hepatic adenoma, Hemangioma |
| Causes | Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Alcoholic liver disease, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease |
| Risks | Cirrhosis, Aflatoxin exposure, Obesity, Diabetes |
| Diagnosis | Ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, Biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Liver abscess, Focal nodular hyperplasia |
| Prevention | Hepatitis B vaccination, Alcohol moderation, Healthy diet |
| Treatment | Surgery, Liver transplantation, Radiofrequency ablation, Chemotherapy |
| Medication | Sorafenib, Lenvatinib |
| Prognosis | Varies by type and stage |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Liver tumor is a growth or mass in the liver that can either be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is responsible for filtering harmful substances from the blood, storing nutrients and vitamins, and aiding in digestion.
Types of Liver Tumors[edit]
There are several types of liver tumors, including:
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC): This is the most common type of primary liver cancer in adults. It begins in the cells of the liver.
- Cholangiocarcinoma: This type of liver cancer starts in the small, tube-like bile ducts within the liver.
- Liver angiosarcoma: A rare form of liver cancer, liver angiosarcoma begins in the blood vessels of the liver and grows very quickly.
- Hepatoblastoma: This is a rare type of liver cancer that usually affects children aged 3 and under.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of liver tumors can vary, but may include:
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
- Abdominal pain or swelling
- Loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss
- Nausea and vomiting
- General fatigue or weakness
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of liver tumors typically involves a physical examination, medical history review, and imaging tests such as CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound. In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for liver tumors depend on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these.
Gallery[edit]
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Ultrasound scan of liver tumor -
Secondary tumor deposits in the liver from a primary cancer of the pancreas -
Late arterial and portal venous phase CT of focal nodular hyperplasia
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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