Learning objectives
To describe the radiological findings complex liver cysts and correlate them with the epidemiological data,
clinical manifestations and laboratory findings in order to make an accurate diagnosis.
Background
The most representative cases of IP occurred in our hospital during the period 1 Sept/12-1 Sept/13 are shown.
A revision of the clinical history and the histopathological findings was made in each case.
Findings and procedure details
Complex cysts are fluid-containing hepatic lesions with one or more of the following features: wall thickening or irregularity,
septation,
internal nodularity,
enhancement,
calcification,
and hemorrhagic or proteinaceous contents (Fig.1).
Because a broad range of disease processes can result in complex cystic liver lesions,
they may be further grouped as neoplastic,
inflammatory or infectious,
and other miscellaneous entities (Fig.
2).
A careful evaluation of particular imaging features as well as associated radiologic and clinical and laboratory findings is necessary to suggest a specific diagnosis.
Neoplastic
Biliary...
Conclusion
Complex cysts liver lesions are relatively common.
A careful evaluation of particular imaging features as well as associated radiologic and clinical and laboratory findings is necessary to suggest a specific diagnosis.
Personal information
- S.
Claret Loaiza,
Department of Radiology,
Hospital Carlos Haya,
Av Carlos Haya s/n,
Málaga (España).
- C.
de la Torre,
Department of Radiology,
Hospital Carlos Haya,
Av Carlos Haya s/n,
Málaga (España).
- L.
Renza,
Department of Radiology,
Hospital Carlos Haya,
Av Carlos Haya s/n,
Málaga (España).
- M.C.
Cañete Moslero,
Department of Radiology,
Hospital Carlos Haya,
Av Carlos Haya s/n,
Málaga (España).
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