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Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports 1/2011

Open Access 01-12-2011 | Case report

Inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver: a case report and review of the literature

Authors: Achilleas Ntinas, Dimitrios Kardassis, Dimosthenis Miliaras, Konstantinos Tsinoglou, Athanasios Dimitriades, Dionisios Vrochides

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2011

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Abstract

Introduction

Inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver represents a fairly uncommon pathology. Although it is a benign tumor, the correct diagnosis can be missed.

Case presentation

We report the case of a 55-year-old Caucasian man, who presented with a one-month history of abdominal pain and weight loss. He was diagnosed with a primary liver tumor by computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Alpha-fetoprotein levels ranged within normal limits. A right posterior sectorectomy was performed. Histopathology revealed an inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver. Our patient remains in good condition one year later.

Conclusion

Although inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver is usually a benign process, controversy regarding its management still exists. With this case report we review the existing literature and consider hepatectomy as a safe treatment approach.
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Metadata
Title
Inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver: a case report and review of the literature
Authors
Achilleas Ntinas
Dimitrios Kardassis
Dimosthenis Miliaras
Konstantinos Tsinoglou
Athanasios Dimitriades
Dionisios Vrochides
Publication date
01-12-2011
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2011
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-5-196

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