Solitary Necrotic Nodule of the Liver: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Delis Spiros G, Kelgiorgi Dionysia A, Sofianidis Anastasios A, Triantopoulou Charikleia C, Papailiou Ioannis A, Dervenis Christos G
Primary Institution: Konstantopoulion Hospital, Athens, Greece
Conclusion
Solitary necrotic nodule of the liver is a benign lesion which can mimic liver malignancies.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with acute abdominal pain and high-grade fever.
- Imaging suggested malignancy, but the final diagnosis was benign.
- Surgical resection was performed to exclude malignant lesions.
Takeaway
A solitary necrotic nodule in the liver can look like a cancer but is actually not dangerous. Doctors need to do surgery to be sure it's not cancer.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging, biopsy, and surgical resection for diagnosis and treatment.
Limitations
The diagnosis of solitary necrotic nodule can be difficult due to its similarity to malignant lesions.
Participant Demographics
30-year-old Caucasian male with no prior medical history.
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