Left hepatic lobe agenesis, a rare anatomical condition

Area of Science:

• Hepatology
• Congenital Disorders
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Left hepatic lobe agenesis is an extremely rare congenital condition, with fewer than 40 cases documented since its initial report in 1898.
• Congenital liver anomalies are infrequently encountered, making comprehensive understanding challenging.

Observation:

• The study presents a unique case of a male patient diagnosed with left hepatic lobe agenesis.
• The diagnosis was incidentally made during the etiological investigation of obstructive jaundice.

Findings:

• The case highlights the importance of considering rare congenital anomalies in the differential diagnosis of obstructive jaundice.
• Advanced imaging modalities were crucial in identifying the agenesis of the left hepatic lobe.

Implications:

• This case contributes to the limited literature on left hepatic lobe agenesis, enhancing clinical awareness.
• Understanding such rare conditions is vital for accurate diagnosis and appropriate patient management in hepatobiliary medicine.