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¹Department of Radiology, UDIAT Diagnostic Centre, Sabadell, Spain. damiangil@gmail.com

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We present a case of biliary hamartomatosis, a rare liver condition, confirmed by histology and visualized using computed tomography (CT) scans, revealing calcifications.

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Hepatology
Radiology
Pathology

Background:

Biliary hamartomatosis, also known as von Meyenburg complexes, represents a rare benign malformation of the intrahepatic bile ducts.
These lesions are typically asymptomatic and often discovered incidentally during imaging studies for other conditions.

Observation:

This report details a specific case of histologically confirmed biliary hamartomatosis.
The diagnosis was supported by computed tomography (CT) imaging, which revealed characteristic calcifications within the lesions.

Findings:

Histological examination provided definitive confirmation of biliary hamartomatosis.
CT findings, particularly the presence of calcifications, were crucial in the non-invasive assessment of this rare entity.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of recognizing the imaging features of biliary hamartomatosis, including calcifications, on CT scans.
Accurate radiological diagnosis can prevent unnecessary invasive procedures and aid in the differential diagnosis of liver lesions.