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Harshitha Reddy1, Shilpa A Gaidhane1, Sunil Kumar1
1Department of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Cureus
|July 25, 2024
Summary
Beaver tail liver, an unusual anatomical variation, occurs when the liver's left lobe extends to the spleen. This case highlights its presentation in a patient with alcoholic hepatitis and abdominal pain.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Radiology
- Hepatology
Background:
- Anatomical variations of the liver can present diagnostic challenges.
- Beaver tail liver, also known as saber-shaped liver, is a rare morphological anomaly.
Observation:
- A 34-year-old male with a history of chronic alcoholism presented with upper abdominal pain and vomiting.
- Clinical examination revealed hepatosplenomegaly and upper abdominal tenderness.
- Computed tomography (CT) demonstrated an enlarged left lobe of the liver, consistent with beaver tail liver morphology.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with alcoholic hepatitis.
- Imaging confirmed the presence of beaver tail liver, an unusual anatomical variation.
- The findings underscore the importance of recognizing anatomical variations in clinical practice.
Implications:
- Beaver tail liver can mimic other pathologies, necessitating careful radiological interpretation.
- This anatomical variation may be an incidental finding during imaging or surgery.
- Awareness of beaver tail liver is crucial for accurate diagnosis and patient management.
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