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Hepatic adenoma presenting as a right lower quadrant mass
M J Mooney1, M R Nyreen, R A Hall
1Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington 98431-5000.
The American Surgeon
|April 1, 1993
Summary
Hepatic cell adenomas usually cause acute abdominal symptoms. This case highlights an unusual presentation of hepatic cell adenoma as a right lower quadrant mass, differing from typical upper abdominal presentations.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Hepatic cell adenomas (HCAs) are benign liver tumors.
- They typically manifest with acute abdominal crises due to hemorrhage.
Observation:
- This report details an atypical HCA case.
- The tumor presented as a right lower quadrant mass.
Findings:
- The patient's presentation deviated from the common upper abdominal mass associated with HCAs.
- This underscores the varied clinical presentations of hepatic cell adenomas.
Implications:
- Clinicians should consider HCAs in the differential diagnosis of right lower quadrant masses.
- Recognizing unusual presentations is crucial for timely diagnosis and management of hepatic cell adenomas.